Amyl acetate

Amyl acetate (CAS 628-63-7, EC 211-047-3) is an ester solvent commercially known as pear oil or pentyl acetate, recognised by its characteristic fruity odour. It is available as n-amyl acetate or as mixed isomer grades and is classified under HS code 29153930. No E-code designation applies.

In food and flavour manufacturing, amyl acetate delivers the characteristic pear and banana note used in confectionery and beverage formulations at low use concentrations. In personal care, it functions as a solvent and carrier that dissolves resins and film-formers in nail lacquers and fragrance compositions. Metalworking formulators use it as a lubricating carrier fluid where its moderate evaporation rate aids controlled deposition.

Amyl acetate is supplied in food-grade (FCC-compliant) and technical grades, with REACH registration covering EU supply. Procurement quantities typically range from drum to IBC and bulk tanker. Buyers should confirm isomer specification, as n-amyl acetate and mixed-isomer grades carry different purity certificates.