HEPTYL ISOBUTYRATE

CAS NO.：2349-13-5
Empirical Formula: C11H22O2
Molecular Weight: 186.29
MDL number: MFCD00129704
EINECS: 219-076-3
SAFETY DATA SHEET (SDS)
Update Date: 2026-06-24 18:39:39

What is HEPTYL ISOBUTYRATE?

Description

Heptyl isobutyrate has a characteristic woody odor with distinctly herbaceous, sweet undernotes and a sweet herbaceous, fruity, and slightly warm, floral taste. Synthesis: By esterification of n-heptanol with isobutyric acid.

Chemical properties

Heptyl isobutyrate has a characteristic woody odor with distinctly herbaceous, sweet undernotes and a sweet, herba- ceous, fruity and slightly warm, foral taste.

Occurrence

Reported found in the essential oil of hops

The Uses of HEPTYL ISOBUTYRATE

Heptyl Isobutyrate is a synthetic flavoring agent that is a stable, colorless liquid of fruity odor. it should be stored in glass or tin con- tainers. it is used in flavors for pineapple, pear, and orange with applications in beverages, ice cream, candy, and baked goods at 1–3 ppm.

Preparation

By esterifcation of n-heptanol with isobutyric acid.

Definition

ChEBI: Heptyl 2-methylpropanoate is a carboxylic ester.

Aroma threshold values

Detection: 12 to 13 ppb.

Properties of HEPTYL ISOBUTYRATE

Melting point:	-57.5°C (estimate)
Boiling point:	212 °C(lit.)
Density	0.863 g/mL at 25 °C(lit.)
refractive index	n20/D 1.418(lit.)
FEMA	2550 \| HEPTYL ISOBUTYRATE
Flash point:	183 °F
Odor	at 100.00 %. sweet green fruity warm floral apple cherry apricot
JECFA Number	190
EPA Substance Registry System	Propanoic acid, 2-methyl-, heptyl ester (2349-13-5)

Safety information for HEPTYL ISOBUTYRATE

Signal word	Warning
Pictogram(s)	Exclamation Mark Irritant GHS07
GHS Hazard Statements	H315:Skin corrosion/irritation H319:Serious eye damage/eye irritation H335:Specific target organ toxicity, single exposure;Respiratory tract irritation
Precautionary Statement Codes	P261:Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray. P305+P351+P338:IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continuerinsing.