Chemical Properties
Piperonyl isobutyrate has a very sweet but mild, fruity and berry-like odor with some jam-like qualities. It has an
intense, sweet, plum-like flavor.
Uses
Piperonyl Isobutyrate is a synthetic flavoring agent that is a mod-
erately stable, colorless to light yellow liquid of fruity odor. it should
be stored in glass or resin-lined containers. it is used in flavors for
cherry, berry, and peach aroma with applications in beverages,
candy, and baked goods at 1–4 ppm.
Preparation
By esterification of the corresponding alcohol with isobutyric acid.
Definition
ChEBI: Piperonyl isobutyrate is a member of benzodioxoles.