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Hexyl butyrate is one of the key compounds behind the characteristic aroma of ripe apples. When you smell a freshly cut apple, this molecule is one of the main drivers of the scent experience!
Beyond fragrances, hexyl butyrate is widely used in the food industry as a flavor additive to impart fruity notes to various products, ranging from candies to soft drinks.
The name "butyrate" comes from the Latin word "butyrum", meaning butter, since similar compounds were first discovered in butter. Although hexyl butyrate has a fruity rather than buttery scent, its chemical classification maintains this historical connection.
The IFRA Standards form an industry self-regulatory system. They may prohibit or restrict the use of particular fragrance ingredients, or set specifications, according to end use. The status below reflects the IFRA data recorded for this ingredient. It is not a product certification and does not replace applicable law or assessment of the finished product.