n-Amyl butyrate is a carboxylate ester with a smell reminiscent of pear, banana, apple, or apricot. It is also known as pentyl butyrate, pentyl butanoate or amyl butyrate. It is a clear and colorless liquid that is insoluble in water but miscible with ethanol or propylene glycol. It is commonly used as a specialty solvent and/or plasticizer in paint, inks, and coatings.