Results for tag: "Amyl Acetate"

Amyl Acetate is a fragrance, flavor and aroma chemical used in a variety of products. It is a colorless liquid with a fruity, banana-like odor. It is used in perfumes, cosmetics, food, beverages, and pharmaceuticals. It is also used as a solvent in the production of lacquers, varnishes, and inks. It is a common ingredient in many flavors, such as pineapple, banana, and strawberry. It is also used as a flavoring agent in many alcoholic beverages. Amyl Acetate is produced by the esterification of amyl alcohol with acetic acid. It is a relatively inexpensive chemical, and is widely available in the market. It is also used as a starting material for the synthesis of other chemicals. Some companies in the Amyl Acetate market include BASF, Solvay, Eastman Chemical Company, and Sigma-Aldrich. Show Less Read more