Ethyl Decanoate

Ethyl decanoate appears as a colorless, transparent, oily liquid that may crystallize at low temperatures (below approximately -20°C). It possesses a waxy, fatty aroma with notes of grape/brandy and a very faint milky nuance. It is insoluble in water but miscible with ethanol, diethyl ether, acetone, chloroform, and aromatic hydrocarbons. It acts as a solvent for fats, waxes, and certain resins; it is stable when stored in a sealed container away from light but undergoes saponification when heated with strong alkalis.

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Primary Uses

Fragrances and Flavors: Ethyl decanoate is used for food flavoring, imparting grape, brandy, cream, and nutty aromas to products.; used in personal care products as a waxy or fatty base note, and in small quantities for rose- and jasmine-scented soap fragrances.
Alcohol Flavor Components: Naturally present in wine, brandy, and cider; classified as an "alcoholic ester."
High-Boiling Solvent/Carrier: Fixative carrier for fragrances; solubilizer for transdermal delivery of oil-soluble vitamins and drugs; slow-drying solvent for waxes and resins.
Organic Synthesis: Precursor for the production of decanol and surfactants (such as sulfonated decanoate esters).

Safety and Toxicology

Acute toxicity: Ethyl decanoate is low toxicity; oral LD₅₀ in rats > 5000 mg/kg; GRAS (FEMA 2432) for limited use in food.
Irritation: Liquid causes mild eye irritation; prolonged skin contact causes defatting; GHS classification typically includes H319 (eye irritation).
Flammability/Explosion: Combustible; auto-ignition temperature approx. 400°C; extinguish with foam, dry powder, CO₂, or sand/earth.
Protection: Ensure ventilation; use safety goggles and nitrile gloves; handle as a combustible, low-toxicity ester; not subject to special regulatory oversight for hazardous chemicals.
Storage and transport: Store in a cool, sealed container; keep separate from strong bases and strong oxidizing agents.