2-Pentyl Acetate is a clear liquid that is soluble in water and alcohol and used as a flavoring and fragrance agent. It has a strong nutty, banana odor and a nutty, tropical taste. It finds application in foods requiring banana, herbal, hazelnut, peanut, orange, and wine flavors and fragrances.
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It is used as a solvent for nitrocellulose & ethyl cellulose, celluloid products, cements, coated paper, lacquers, leather finishes, nail enamels, plastic wood, textile sizing & printing compounds. It is also used in the manufacture of artificial leather, linoleum, and washable wallpaper.
제조 방법
Esterification of sec-amyl alcohol with acetic acid or acetylation of secondary amyl alcohols (pentanol-2 and pentanol-3).
일반 설명
Sec-amyl acetate is a colorless to yellow watery liquid with a weak odor of bananas. Floats on water. Produces irritating vapor.
