• Uses of esters

Esters

• The functional group of an ester is –COO- (there is a C=O bond and a C-O bond; refer to textbook on how the ester functional group looks like)

Esters are produced when an organic acid reacts with an alcohol, with a catalyst that is concentrated sulfuric acid.

Organic acid + alcohol --> ester + water

Esters

• Esters are neutral compound with a sweet smell.

• Esters are present in fruits.

• Uses of esters

– Artificial flavouring

– Solvents for organic compounds

– Vegetable oils