There are many examples of esters in organic chemistry. Esters are the products of the esterification reaction between alcohols and acids (including organic acids and inorganic acids).

Look around life, common esters are everywhere. Such as ethyl acetate, which has a special fragrance and is often used as a fragrance in the food industry, which can give food an attractive aroma. In addition, methyl benzoate also emits a pleasant fragrance and is widely used in the field of fragrances, adding a unique flavor to various flavors.

In the industrial field, dibutyl phthalate is widely used and is often used as a plasticizer to improve the flexibility and plasticity of plastic products, making it more suitable for various industrial needs.

In nature, there are also traces of esters. The fragrance of many fruits is due to the presence of specific esters. For example, apples contain isoamyl acetate, which gives apples a unique fruity aroma.

In organic chemistry, esters not only play an important role in various fields due to their unique properties, but also provide many possibilities for chemical research and industrial production. Research on its synthesis methods and reaction mechanisms has continuously promoted the development of the field of organic chemistry.