What is Benzyl Acetate (Benzyl Acetate)?
Benzyl Acetate (Benzyl Acetate) is a synthetic aromatic ester often used in perfumery. It is produced by the esterification of acetic acid with benzyl alcohol, which gives it a sweet, floral and slightly fruity aroma.
What is Benzyl Acetate used for?
This aromatic compound has multiple applications:
- As a medium-high note in perfumery, especially in floral, fruity and jasmine fragrances.
- In cosmetic products and soaps, to reinforce or qualify aromatic notes.
- As a flavoring agent in food and beverages (when permitted), providing fruity nuances.
- As an "aromatic" solvent in certain formulations, given its ability to dissolve other aromatic compounds.
What are the benefits of Benzyl Acetate?
- It provides a soft, floral-fruity aroma that is often used to enrich and balance aromatic compositions.
- It functions as a moderate fixative, prolonging the duration of other aromatic notes in a blend.
- It allows the harmonious integration of intense floral notes (such as jasmine) with fruity or lighter notes.
Featured Aromatic Notes
Benzyl Acetate offers a predominantly floral, sweet and fruity olfactory profile. It is perceived as jasmine or soft pear in many cases, with a clean, ethereal character. It is a medium-high note that blends well with florals, soft fruity and green notes, and helps to "soften" intense accords.
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