7789-99-3

Basic information

• Product Name: ACETIC ACID 2-METHYLPENTYL ESTER
• Synonyms: 2-methylamylacetate;2-methylamylesterkyselinyoctove;aceticacid,2-methylamylester;aceticacidmethylpentylester;ACETIC ACID 2-METHYLPENTYL ESTER;2-METHYLPENTYL ACETATE
• CAS NO: 7789-99-3
• Molecular Formula: C₈H₁₆O₂
• Molecular Weight: 144.21
• Mol File: 7789-99-3.mol
• Article Data: 1

Chemical Properties

• Melting Point: -80.9°C (estimate)
• Boiling Point: 160 °C
• Appearance: /
• Density: 0,87 g/cm3
• Refractive Index: 1.4060-1.4090
• CAS DataBase Reference: ACETIC ACID 2-METHYLPENTYL ESTER(CAS DataBase Reference)
• NIST Chemistry Reference: ACETIC ACID 2-METHYLPENTYL ESTER(7789-99-3)
• EPA Substance Registry System: ACETIC ACID 2-METHYLPENTYL ESTER(7789-99-3)

Safety Data

• Statements: 10-36/37/38
• Safety Statements: 16-26-36
• RIDADR: 3272
• RTECS: AI9300000
• HazardClass: 3
• PackingGroup: III
• Hazardous Substances Data: 7789-99-3(Hazardous Substances Data)

Usage

General Description

ACETIC ACID 2-METHYLPENTYL ESTER, also known as amyl acetate, is a clear, colorless liquid with a fruity odor. It is commonly used as a flavoring agent and fragrance ingredient in food, beverages, and cosmetic products. It is also utilized as a solvent in various industrial applications, including the manufacturing of paints, coatings, and adhesives. Additionally, ACETIC ACID 2-METHYLPENTYL ESTER is used as a cleaning agent and in the production of artificial leather and textiles. It is considered relatively low in toxicity and is generally regarded as safe for use in consumer products when used in accordance with regulations and guidelines.

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Relevant articles and documents

A Specific Blend of Drakolide and Hydroxymethylpyrazines: An Unusual Pollinator Sexual Attractant Used by the Endangered Orchid Drakaea micrantha

Bioactive natural products underpin the intriguing pollination strategy used by sexually deceptive orchids. These compounds, which mimic the sex pheromones of the female insect, are emitted in particular blends to lure male insect pollinators of specific species. By combining methods from field biology, analytical chemistry, electrophysiology, crystallography, and organic synthesis, we report that an undescribed β-hydroxylactone, in combination with two specific hydroxymethylpyrazines, act as pollinator attractants in the rare hammer orchid Drakaea micrantha. This discovery represents an unusual case of chemically unrelated compounds being used together as a sexual attractant. Furthermore, this is the first example of the identification of pollinator attractants in an endangered orchid, enabling the use of chemistry in orchid conservation. Our synthetic blend is now available to be used in pollinator surveys to locate suitable sites for plant conservation translocations.