Ethyl decadienoate explained

Ethyl decadienoate, also known as pear ester, is an organic chemical compound used in flavors and perfumery for its pear-like taste and odor.

Occurrence and preparation

Ethyl decadienoate is found in apples, Bartlett pears, Concord grapes, beer, pear brandy and quince.

It can also be prepared synthetically from 1-octyn-3-ol or from ethyl propiolate.

Uses

Ethyl decadienoate is used in natural flavors and fragrances for its intense fruity flavor. In the United States, as a food additive it is listed as generally recognized as safe (GRAS).[1]

Notes and References

  1. Web site: ETHYL DECADIENOATE, NATURAL . natural-advantage.net . 2012-09-27 . 2011-01-04 . https://web.archive.org/web/20110104121509/http://natural-advantage.net/Et-Deca.htm . dead .

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