Description
Hexyl isobutyrate has a powerful, somewhat harsh fruity aroma.
May be synthesized by direct esterification of n-hexanol with
isobutyric acid.
Chemical Properties
Hexyl isobutyrate has a powerful, somewhat harsh, fruity aroma.
Occurrence
Reported found in lavender oil, hop oil, sherry, apple, apricot, grapes, beer, white and sparkling wine, sherry,
yellow passion fruit, plum, starfruit, quince, cherimoya, spineless monkey orange and Chinese quince peel.
Uses
Hexyl isobutyrate is used in GB 2760--1996 Temporarily permitted edible spices.
Preparation
By direct esterification of n-hexanol with isobutyric in sherry
Definition
ChEBI: Hexyl 2-methylpropanoate is a carboxylic ester.
Aroma threshold values
Detection: 6 to 26 ppb
Taste threshold values
Taste characteristics at 10 ppm: green, sweet, fruity, apple- and pear-like with banana and melon nuances
Flammability and Explosibility
Not classified
