Ethyl Benzoyl Acetate, with CAS number 94-02-0, is a synthetic aroma chemical commonly used in perfumery for its sweet, floral, and slightly fruity character. It is often employed to enhance the olfactory profile of fragrances, particularly in floral and fruity compositions. This ingredient can provide a fresh and uplifting note, making it suitable for use in a variety of scent categories, including perfumes, personal care products, and household fragrances. Ethyl Benzoyl Acetate typically sits in the mid to top notes of a formula, contributing to the overall brightness and complexity of the fragrance. As with many synthetic aroma chemicals, it is important to consider safety and regulatory aspects when formulating with Ethyl Benzoyl Acetate. While specific restrictions may vary, it is advisable to consult the latest IFRA guidelines and safety data sheets to ensure compliance with any applicable regulations. Additionally, as with many fragrance ingredients, there may be potential for skin sensitization, so proper usage levels should be adhered to in cosmetic formulations. — AI-generated summary, 2026-09-02.
A sweet, tenacious fruity-balsamic material reminiscent of ripe cherry and ylang with almond-like nuances. Softly floral in the drydown with a honeyed, slightly waxy warmth.AI · claude-opus-4-7
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Perfume and Flavor Chemicals, page 473.
Colorless oily liquid.
Insoluble in water, soluble in alcohol, miscible with oils.
Peculiar brandy-like odor of surprising tenacity (surprising mostly because one does not expect an aromatic-ethereal odor to be so lasting).
Slightly bitter taste, reminiscent of whisky or fermented fruit.
Finds some use in flavor compositions for imitation whisky, and in various fruit complexes.
1) by condensation of ethyl benzoate with ethyl acetate in the presence of sodium ethoxide (Claisen condensation type). 2) by condensation of ethyl carbonate with acetophenone. Catalyst is either sodium ethoxide or lithium amide. 3) As 1) — but using ethyl acetoacetate in place of ethyl acetate.