Pentyl pentanoate

Pentyl pentanoate (C4H9COOC5H11) is an ester used in dilute solution to replicate the scent or flavour of apple, and sometimes pineapple.

[1] It is referred to as pentyl valerate or amyl pentanoate using classical nomenclature.

it can be used for a variety of chemical uses, such as in the production of flavoured products, like sweets.

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Pentyl pentanoate
Pentyl pentanoate