Description
Isobutyl benzoate has a floral-leafy odor reminiscent of rose and
geranium. May be prepared from benzoic acid and isobutyl alcohol
in the presence of HCL catalyst; or by ester exchange between
methylbenzoate and isobutyl alcohol in the presence of potassium
isobutylate.
Chemical Properties
clear colorless liquid
Chemical Properties
Isobutyl benzoate has a green, floral-leafy odor reminiscent of rose and geranium.
Occurrence
Reported found in cocoa, banana, cherry, papaya, beer and cider.
Uses
2-Methylpropyl Ester Benzoic Acid is an volatile aroma compound found in natural wild cherry wine, litchi ice wine and squid. 2-Methylpropyl Ester Benzoic Acid is also a found as a component in essential oils like Dittrichia graveolens (L.) Greuter, Hypericum rumeliacum Boiss. and Alpinia Officinarum rhizomes.
Uses
Perfumes and flavors.
Definition
ChEBI: A benzoate ester obtained by the formal condensation of benzoic acid with isobutanol.
Preparation
From benzoic acid and isobutyl alcohol in the presence of HCl catalyst, or by ester exchange between methylbenzoate and
isobutyl alcohol in the presence of potassium isobutylate
Taste threshold values
Taste characteristics at 30 ppm: chemical with a sweet, fruity nuance.
