Ethyl octanoate

Ethyl octanoate is a class of esters consisting of the medium-chain fatty acid octanoic acid esterified with ethanol. The compound has a fruity smell and is commonly used as a flavoring in foods such as baked goods, candy and beverages. It can also be used as a fragrance ingredient in personal care products, and as a solvent or plasticizer in various industrial applications. In addition, Ethyl octanoate can be used as a starting material for the synthesis of other organic compounds.