Butyl Lactate

Butyl Lactate – Premium Mild Fruity Aroma & Solvent Ingredient

What is Butyl Lactate?

Butyl Lactate is an ester derived from lactic acid, known for its mild, creamy fruity aroma with slightly buttery undertones. It is widely used in flavour, fragrance, and industrial applications due to its low volatility and excellent solvency properties.

At The Flavour Smiths, our Butyl Lactate is supplied in high-purity quality, ensuring reliable and consistent performance across professional formulations.

Key Features

• Aroma Profile: Mild fruity, slightly creamy, buttery
• Appearance: Clear, colourless liquid
• Purity: High-grade material for flavour and fragrance use
• Performance: Low volatility with good solvent properties

Common Uses of Butyl Lactate

Flavour Applications

Butyl Lactate is used to:

• Add smooth, creamy notes to flavour profiles
• Enhance fruit and dairy-style blends
• Provide a rounded and balanced finish

It is particularly useful in:

• Beverage formulations
• Confectionery and desserts
• Creamy and fruit-based flavour systems

Fragrance Applications

In fragrance formulations, Butyl Lactate is used to:

• Add soft, subtle fruity notes
• Act as a fixative and blending agent
• Improve stability and longevity of fragrances

Industrial & Solvent Uses

Butyl Lactate is also valued as:

• A low-toxicity solvent in coatings and formulations
• A component in cleaning and industrial products
• A carrier for aroma compounds and ingredients

Why Choose Butyl Lactate from The Flavour Smiths?

We supply Butyl Lactate to meet professional standards:

• Consistent batch-to-batch quality
• Suitable for commercial and formulation use
• Supported by technical documentation (SDS available)
• Trusted by formulators and developers

Storage & Handling

• Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area
• Keep container tightly sealed
• Avoid prolonged exposure to heat and sunlight

Technical Information

• CAS Number: 138-22-7
• Chemical Formula: C₇H₁₄O₃
• Boiling Point: ~186°C