Chemical compound
Methyl pentanoate, commonly known as methyl valerate, is the methyl ester of pentanoic acid (valeric acid) with a fruity odor.
Methyl pentanoate is commonly used in fragrances, beauty care, soap, laundry detergents at levels of 0.1–1%.
In a very pure form (greater than 99.5%) it is used as a plasticizer in the manufacture of plastics.
It is also used as an insecticide.[citation needed]
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