Amyl acetate

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Amyl acetate (pentyl acetate) is an organic compound and an ester with the chemical formula CH3COO[CH2]4CH3 and the molecular weight 130.19 g/mol. It is colorless and has a scent similar to bananas and apples. More broadly, its aroma is described as ethereal, fruity, banana, pear, apple.

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