Synonym(s)
Ethyl caproate; Ethyl hexacrylate
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Ethyl hexanoate, the ethyl hexanoate, belongs to the group of fruit esters and is the result of the ester formation of caproic acid (hexanoic acid) and ethanol. The naturally occurring hexanoic acid ethyl ester is used for many flavours in food (apple and banana flavours).
Allergological evaluation: Ethylhexanoate can be a trigger for irritative reactions on skin and respiratory tract. Furthermore the ester is a potential type IV contact allergen.
Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer