Ethyl Valerate
Ethyl valerate is the ethyl ester of pentanoic acid, a saturated acyclic monocarboxylic acid derivative under HTS 2915.60.50.00 'other'. Used primarily in food flavorings to impart apple-like aromas.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If prepared with solvents for perfumery retail sale
Retail perfumery preparations containing odoriferous substances excluded from Chapter 29.
If ester of unsaturated C5 acid like 2-pentenoic acid
Esters classified by parent acid; unsaturated acids in later 2915.90 heading per numerical order rule.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• FDA prior notice required for food flavor use; include FEMA GRAS status documentation
• Esters classified with parent acid per Chapter Note esters rule (B); ensure no functional group changes
Related Products under HTS 2915.60.50.00
Isovaleric Acid
Isovaleric acid (3-methylbutanoic acid) is a saturated acyclic monocarboxylic acid with five carbon atoms, classified under HTS 2915.60.50.00 as 'other' butanoic/pentanoic acids. It is commonly used in flavorings, perfumes, and pharmaceuticals due to its fruity odor.
Valeric Acid
Valeric acid (pentanoic acid) is a straight-chain saturated acyclic monocarboxylic acid with the formula C4H9COOH, falling under 'other' in HTS 2915.60.50.00. It serves as an intermediate in ester production for fragrances and pharmaceuticals.
Methyl Isovalerate
Methyl isovalerate (methyl 3-methylbutanoate) is an ester of isovaleric acid, classified as 'other' under HTS 2915.60.50.00 for pentanoic acid derivatives. It provides fruity flavors in beverages and confectionery.
Butyl Butyrate
Butyl butyrate (butyl butanoate) is the butyl ester of butanoic acid, falling under 'other' esters in HTS 2915.60.50.00. Widely used in fruit flavorings and solvents.
2-Methylbutyric Acid
2-Methylbutyric acid is a branched C5 saturated acyclic monocarboxylic acid classified in HTS 2915.60.50.00 'other'. Employed in cheese flavor reproduction and pharmaceuticals.
Pentyl Valerate
Pentyl valerate (amyl pentanoate) is an ester of pentanoic acid with pentanol, under HTS 2915.60.50.00 as 'other' C5 acid derivative. Used in artificial fruit essences.