Molecule ID: 11614

IUPAC Name: butyl formate

Description: The molecule is 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. It has a role as a polar aprotic solvent, a flavouring agent and a fragrance. It derives from a butan-1-ol.

SMILES: CCCCOC=O

SELFIES: [C][C][C][C][O][C][=O]

InChI: InChI=1S/C5H10O2/c1-2-3-4-7-5-6/h5H,2-4H2,1H3

Molecular Properties:
- Polar Surface Area: 26.3 Ų
- LogP: 1.4