Ethyl caprate

Chemical properties

clear colourless liquid

Chemical properties

Ethyl decanoate has a fruity odor reminiscent of grape (cognac). It has been also reported to have an oily, brandy-like odor.

Occurrence

Reported found in cognac, apple, banana, cherry, citrus, grape, melon, pear, pinapple, and more.

The Uses of Ethyl caprate

manufacture of wine bouquets, cognac essence.

The Uses of Ethyl caprate

Ethyl Decanoate, is a fatty acid ester formed from capric acid and ethanol. It is a volatile ester produced during the fermentation in winemaking. It can also be used as a flavor and fragrance ingredients.

Definition

ChEBI: Ethyl decanoate is a fatty acid ethyl ester of decanoic acid. It has a role as a metabolite. It is a fatty acid ethyl ester and a decanoate ester.

Preparation

Ethyl decanoate is prepared by esterification of decanoic acid and ethyl alcohol in the presence of HCl or H2SO4.

Aroma threshold values

Detection: 8 to 12 ppb

Taste threshold values

Taste characteristics at 20 ppm: waxy, fruity, sweet apple.

Synthesis Reference(s)

The Journal of Organic Chemistry, 43, p. 371, 1978 DOI: 10.1021/jo00396a054

General Description

Ethyl decanoate has ethereal, fruity, aromatic note that is considered to be essential for a fine wine flavor.

Safety Profile

A skin irritant. Combustible liquid when exposed to heat or flame; can react with oxidizing materials. When heated to decomposition it emits acrid smoke and irritating fumes. See ESTERS and ETHERS