Chemical Properties
Cyclohexyl butyrate is a colorless liquid. B.P. 212℃, Sp.Gr. 0.95. Almost insoluble in water, soluble in alcohol
and oils. Cyclohexyl butyrate has a fresh, floral odor reminiscent of benzyl butyrate; and an intense, sweet taste.
Occurrence
Reported found in kumquat peel oil and passion fruit juice.
Uses
Cyclohexyl Butyrate is a synthetic flavoring agent that is a stable,
colorless liquid of fruity odor. it should be stored in glass, tin, or
resin-lined containers. it is used in pineapple, apricot, banana, and
berry flavor with applications in beverages, ice cream, and candy at
4–9 ppm.
Definition
ChEBI: Cyclohexyl butanoate is a fatty acid ester.
Preparation
By esterification of cyclohexanol with isobutyric acid
