# Ethyl Isovalerate

Source: https://dupehacking.com/ingredients/ethyl-isovalerate
CAS: 108-64-5

Smells of: fruity, apple-like
Role: top note, fruity enhancer

Ethyl Isovalerate opens with a bright, fruity note reminiscent of ripe apples and pears, giving it a fresh and juicy character. As it develops, the scent becomes slightly creamy and buttery, with a subtle green undertone that adds complexity. This ester is effective in enhancing fruity and floral compositions, providing a lively lift that can help to round out the edges of a formula. It works well with other fruity notes, such as peach or raspberry, and can also complement floral accords like jasmine or rose. Typically, it is used at a dose of around 2.000%, making it a reliable choice for adding a vibrant fruitiness to a blend.

## How the catalogue uses it
- Appears in 2 formulas.
- Dose: 0.30% to 2.00%, average 1.15%.

- Usually weighed alongside: Isoamyl Butyrate, Vanillin, Cis-3-Hexenol, Linalyl Acetate, Ethyl Maltol, Benzyl Acetate.


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