Methyl octanoate: can be used in edible flavors and cosmetics

Basic information
CAS number: 111-11-5
EINECS number: 203-835-0
FEMA number: 2728
Molecular formula: C₉H₁₈O₂
Molecular weight: 158.24
Physical and chemical properties
Appearance: Colorless to light yellow clear liquid
Aroma: Has the aroma of wine, fruit, and sweet orange
Solubility: Very difficult to dissolve in water, soluble in organic solvents such as ethanol, ether, and oils
Melting point: About - 40℃
Boiling point: 192.9℃ (83℃ at 2.00kPa)
Relative density: 0.8775 (d204)
Refractive index: 1.4710 (n20d)
Flash point: 72℃
Source
Naturally occurring: Naturally occurring in iris gel and essential oils of fruits such as strawberry, pineapple, and plum.
Artificial synthesis: It can be obtained by alcoholysis of coconut oil fatty acids in the presence of hydrochloric acid gas, or by esterification of octanoic acid and methanol in the presence of a suitable catalyst.
Uses
Food field: It is an edible flavoring that is allowed to be used. It is mainly used to prepare pineapple, berry and fruit flavors. It can be used in juice drinks, fruit candies, baked goods, etc.
Chemical field: It is an important intermediate in organic synthesis and can be used to synthesize downstream products such as octanol.
Cosmetic field: It can help other active ingredients blend, and its aroma can also add a pleasant atmosphere to cosmetics.