Ethyl pentanoate
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Preferred IUPAC name
Ethyl pentanoate | |
Other names
Ethyl valerate
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ECHA InfoCard
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100.007.934 |
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Properties | |
C7H14O2 | |
Molar mass | 130.18 g/mol |
Density | 0.877 g/cm3 at 20 °C |
Melting point | −91 °C (−132 °F; 182 K) |
Boiling point | 145 to 146 °C (293 to 295 °F; 418 to 419 K) |
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Except where otherwise noted, data are given for materials in their standard state (at 25 °C [77 °F], 100 kPa).
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Ethyl pentanoate, also commonly known as ethyl valerate, is an
miscible
with organic solvents.
As is the case with most volatile esters, it has a pleasant aroma and taste. It is used as a food additive to impart a fruity flavor, particularly of apple.
References
- ^ Merck Index, 12th Edition, 10042