Term Name: | butyl formate |
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Synonyms: | butyl formate, butyl methanoate, FEMA 2916, FEMA No. 2196, formic acid butyl ester, formic acid, butyl ester, n-butyl formate, n-butyl methanoate |
Definition: | A formate ester resulting from the formal condensation of formic acid with the hydroxy group of butan-1-ol. Found in apples, strawberries, sherry and Pamesan cheese, it has a fruity, plum-like odour and taste. |
Ontology: | ChEBI [CHEBI:88514] ( EBI ) |