2-Propen-1-ol, 2-methyl-, formate, also known as 2-methylallyl formate, is an organic compound with the chemical formula C6H10O2. It is a colorless liquid with a fruity, floral odor and is used as a flavoring agent in the food and beverage industry. This ester is formed by the reaction of 2-methyl-2-propen-1-ol (also known as prenol or 2-methylallyl alcohol) with formic acid. It is commonly found in various fruits, such as apples, pears, and strawberries, and is used to enhance the natural aroma of these fruits in food products. 2-Methylallyl formate is also used in the perfume industry due to its pleasant scent, and it can be synthesized through various methods, including the reaction of prenol with formic acid or the condensation of acetone with formaldehyde.
The CAS Registry Mumber 820-57-5 includes 6 digits separated into 3 groups by hyphens. The first part of the number,starting from the left, has 3 digits, 8,2 and 0 respectively; the second part has 2 digits, 5 and 7 respectively. Calculate Digit Verification of CAS Registry Number 820-57: (5*8)+(4*2)+(3*0)+(2*5)+(1*7)=65 65 % 10 = 5 So 820-57-5 is a valid CAS Registry Number.