|  | Formic acid isopropyl ester Basic information |  
  
 |  | Formic acid isopropyl ester Chemical Properties |  
  
 |  | Formic acid isopropyl ester Usage And Synthesis |  
 | Description | Isopropyl formate has a characteristic fruity, ether-like odor and a
sweet taste reminiscent of plum. May be synthesized by direct 
esterification. In addition to food use, isopropyl formate is used 
as a fungicide, bactericide and wood preservative. |  | Chemical Properties | Isopropyl formate has a characteristic fruity, ether-like odor and a sweet taste reminiscent of plum |  | Chemical Properties | Clear colorless liquid |  | Occurrence | Reported found in mushrooms, plum brandy, dwarf quince, currants, grapes, sherry and coffee. |  | Uses | Isopropyl formate, is a flavoring agent. It can also be used as fragrance agent. |  | Definition | ChEBI: Isopropyl formate is a carboxylic ester. |  | Preparation | By direct esterification. |  | Taste threshold values | Taste characteristics at 35 ppm: sweet, fruity with a berry lift |  
  
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