isoamyl acetate

American

noun

Chemistry.

a colorless liquid, C 7 H 14 O 2 , used in flavorings, perfumery, and as a solvent.

isoamyl acetate British

/ ˌaɪsəʊˈæmɪl /

noun

a colourless volatile compound used as a solvent for cellulose lacquers and as a flavouring. Formula: (CH 3 ) 2 CHCH 2 CH 2 OOCCH 3

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isoamyl acetate

Fermentation produces everything from isoamyl acetate, which makes German Hefeweizens taste of banana, to the clove notes of 4-VG.

From Nature ● Jul. 25, 2016

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