2-Methyl Butyric acid

Primary Applications and Uses

1. Flavor and Fragrance Industry:

• This is its most significant application. In low concentrations, it imparts fruity, cheesy, or creamy notes.

• It is used in the formulation of fruit flavors (especially apple and strawberry), cheese flavors, and other dairy product flavors.

• It serves as a building block for the synthesis of esters (e.g., ethyl 2-methylbutyrate) which are also powerful flavor and fragrance ingredients with more intense fruity aromas.

2. Chemical Intermediate:

• Used in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and other fine chemicals.

• It can be used to produce plasticizers, lubricants, and solvents.

3. Food Additive:

• Approved as a flavoring agent in food products. Its use is regulated but permitted in various countries due to its natural occurrence.

Handing:

Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Avoid formation of dust and aerosols. Avoid exposure - obtain special instructions before use.Provide appropriate exhaust ventilation at places where dust is formed.

Storage:

Store in cool place. Keep container tightly closed in a dry and well-ventilated place.