Term Name:	butyl formate
Synonyms:	butyl formate, butyl methanoate, FEMA 2916, FEMA No. 2196, formic acid butyl ester, formic acid, butyl ester, n-butyl formate, n-butyl methanoate
Definition:	A formate ester resulting from the formal condensation of formic acid with the hydroxy group of butan-1-ol. Found in apples, strawberries, sherry and Pamesan cheese, it has a fruity, plum-like odour and taste.
Ontology:	ChEBI [CHEBI:88514]  ( EBI )