Benzyl octanoate
CAS 10276-85-4
EC 233-620-7
Formula C15H22O2
MW 234.33 g/mol
Flavors & Fragrances Food & NutritionPersonal Care & Cosmetics Flavoring & AcidulantSolvent & Carrier
Description
Benzyl octanoate (CAS 10276-85-4, EC 233-620-7), also known as benzyl caprylate or phenylmethyl octanoate, is a fatty acid ester formed by the reaction of octanoic acid with benzyl alcohol. It carries no assigned E-code and is commercially referenced under synonyms including NSC 23754 and octanoic acid benzyl ester.
In food and beverage formulations, benzyl octanoate contributes fruity, floral flavoring notes and functions as a carrier solvent to improve the dispersion of lipophilic flavor compounds. In personal care applications, it acts as an emollient solvent that solubilizes fragrance ingredients and active compounds, improving their spreadability and skin absorption in finished formulations.
Benzyl octanoate is supplied as a clear liquid and is subject to REACH registration requirements for EU market supply. Procurement teams should confirm food-grade compliance against FCC specifications where flavor applications require it. Standard packaging formats include drums and IBCs for bulk orders.
In food and beverage formulations, benzyl octanoate contributes fruity, floral flavoring notes and functions as a carrier solvent to improve the dispersion of lipophilic flavor compounds. In personal care applications, it acts as an emollient solvent that solubilizes fragrance ingredients and active compounds, improving their spreadability and skin absorption in finished formulations.
Benzyl octanoate is supplied as a clear liquid and is subject to REACH registration requirements for EU market supply. Procurement teams should confirm food-grade compliance against FCC specifications where flavor applications require it. Standard packaging formats include drums and IBCs for bulk orders.
Physical Properties
| Boiling Point | 109-112 °C @ Press: 0.7 Torr |
| Density | 0.971±0.06 g/cm3(Predicted) |
| Color | Colorless to Light yellow to Light orange |
| Odor | at 100.00 %. herbal fatty fruity peach pineapple |
| Form | clear liquid |
| Refractive Index | 1.49 |
| Log P | 5.055 (est) |
Trade & Regulatory
| HS Code | 2915.90.1050 |
Other Names
Nsc23754BENZYL CAPRYLATEPhenylmethyl octanoateOctanoic acid benzyl esterCaprylic acid benzyl esterOctanoic acid, benzyl esterCaprylic acid, benzyl ester
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