Citronellyl isobutyrate has a sweet, fruity and rose-like odor with a slightly sweet, apricot-like taste.
Citronellyl Isobutyrate is a liquid with
a sweet, fruity note and is used in perfumery for fruity, floral nuances.
Reported in Ceylon citronella oil.
By direct esterification of citronellol with isobutyric acid via azeotropic conditions or using isobutyric anhydride.
ChEBI: Citronellyl isobutyrate is a carboxylic ester.
Taste characteristics at 25 ppm: waxy, fruity, green, with a citrus and tropical nuance.
Flammability and Explosibility
Not classified