Isoamyl isovalerate is an aromachemical used in products such as perfumes, cosmetics, and air fresheners.

Caution!

Before purchasing, read all the information below and the general product information.
Not intended for use in food, vape liquids, or other internal use. Intended for mixing with other fragrances: on its own, the scent can be dull or even unpleasant.
Do not use undiluted on the skin: it is a raw material, not a finished product.

Use

Isoamyl isovalerate has a fruity scent that initially resembles ripe apple, but later becomes more reminiscent of banana and other sweet, tropical fruits. The scent is not particularly strong; undiluted use is common. It is typically used in fruity accords, especially apple, pear, and tropical fruits. It can also be used in the fragrance of brandy, cognac, and chocolate, or in sweet floral scents with a green note, such as rose, gardenia, and violet. It is typically used between 0,1% and 10% in fragrance compositions. In perfumes, it primarily serves as a base note. It is a volatile ester, making it unsuitable for use in soaps, candles, powders, and products with a high or low pH.

Store in a cool, dry, dark place, and out of reach of children.

Properties

Isoamyl isovalerate is a colourless to pale yellow liquid at room temperature. Its purity is at least 99%, and the substance has a relatively long shelf life. It occurs naturally, but the synthetic version is used for fragrances. This is largely based on plant-based raw materials.

Technical details

Density: 0,85
Log p: 3,5
Vapor pressure: 110 Pa
Melting point: -100°C
Boiling point: 192°C
Molar mass: 172

Packaging

The 10 and 50 ml containers are made of brown glass with a black cap. The 250 g container is made of aluminium with a white cap. They are always sealed with standard caps; for dispensing small quantities, we recommend using plastic pipettes.

Sustainability

This fragrance is made from renewable resources. Its environmental degradability is poor.

Hazards

Isoamyl isovalerate is classified as a hazardous substance with the following characteristics:

H411 - Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects.

An allergic reaction to this substance is unusual, but cannot be ruled out.

Codes

Product code: 23106
Dutch name: Isoamylisovaleraat
EC number: 211-536-1
EU CAS number: 659-70-1
TSCA CAS number: 659-70-1
FEMA number: 2085
ADR: 9/III
UN number: 3082
INCI: ISOAMYL ISOVALERATE