ANISYL ISOBUTYRATE

Chemical Properties

Colorless liquid. Sp.Gr. 1.06.

Uses

Finds some use in perfumery as a moditierfixative for Lilac and other florals in which Anisyl alcohol and/or esters may be applied. Used in flavor compositions for imitation fruit flavors, Peach, Plum, Cherry, Vanilla, etc.

Preparation

Anisyl isobutyrate is prepared from Anisyl alcohol and iso-Butyric acid by direct esterification under azeotropic conditions.