Isobutyl formate (2-methylpropyl methanoate) is an organic ester with the chemical formula C5H10O2. It is formed by diluting isobutanol with formic acid; sulfuric acid can serve as a catalyst. It is used as a flavor and fragrance ingredient because of its odor which is sweet, ethereal, and slightly fruity.
I 1552 (OTTO) Iso-butyl formate, 95%+ Cas 542-55-2- used as a flavor and fragrance ingredient because of its odor which is sweet, ethereal, and slightly fruity.