Ethyl Lactate
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Description
Ethyl Lactate is a mild technical solvent with a clean, softly ester-like odour. It is not a perfume ingredient chosen for a developing scent arc; its role is controlled dilution, processing and compatible formulation.
Selection should account for solvency needs, evaporation requirements, manufacturing method and the intended finished product. Its practical behaviour within the system matters more than the raw materialās faint odour.
Confirm compatibility and the appropriate level before use. An unsuitable amount may introduce unwanted solvent character or alter handling, evaporation or finished-product performance.
Details
Ethyl Lactate
CAS:Ā 97-64-3
Odour (decreasing): Sweet, fruity, ethereal, buttery, butterscotch
An unusual product, widely used in flavour work but not often offered to perfumers its odour is unusual in being both fruity and buttery at the same time. The material offered here is the natural isolate. It occurs naturally in cocoa and a range of fruits as well as wine and other alcoholic drinks.
Uses: In perfumery it is useful for softening the harsh edges of the fruity esters, adding realism to white flower and fruit accords and forms an essential part of accords intended to evoke alcoholic drinks. Tenacity is around four hours, so best thought of as a top-to-middle note.
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For external use only
Keep away from children and eyes
