Tags: Chemical Compound, Chemical Substance.
Ethyl benzoate C9H10O2 is the ester formed by the condensation of benzoic acid and ethanol. It is a colorless liquid that is almost insoluble in water but miscible with most organic solvents.As with many volatile esters ethyl benzoate has a pleasant odor described as sweet wintergreen fruity medicinal cherry and grape. It is a component of some fragrances and artificial fruit flavors.
