China and Germany are the leading exporters of butyl butyrate, accounting for a substantial share of global shipments, while the United States, India, and South Korea represent the largest importers. Butyl butyrate prices have remained relatively stable amid moderate volume fluctuations across key markets. Exports from China have expanded steadily since 2022, while U.S. imports have shown consistent growth, reflecting sustained industrial demand in coatings and flavor/fragrance applications.
Butyl butyrate is a clear, colorless liquid with a fruity, pineapple-like odor and moderate volatility. It is an aliphatic ester formed from butyric acid and n-butanol, with a boiling point of approximately 163–165 °C and a melting point near −9 °C. Primarily used as a flavor and fragrance ingredient, it serves as a solvent in coatings, inks, and adhesives due to its favorable evaporation rate and solvency for cellulose esters and acrylic resins. It also functions as an intermediate in the synthesis of specialty esters and plasticizers for polymer applications.
Flavoring.
Butyl Butyrate is a liquid with asweet, fruity odor. It is a volatile constituent of many fruits and honey and is usedin fruit flavor compositions.
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