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Product Information


BRI Product Number: 111
BRI Product Name: cis-3-HEXENYL LACTATE
CAS Number: 61931-81-5
FEMA Number: 3690
Council Of Europe Number: 10681
Molecular Weight: 172.22
Molecular Formula: C9H16O3   Structure
Synonyms: C-3-HEXENYL LACTATE
cis-3-HEXENYL LACTATE
Propanoic acid, 2-hydroxy-, (3Z)-3-hexenyl ester
Z-3-Hexenyl lactate
CAS Name: Propanoic acid, 2-hydroxy-, (3Z)-3-hexenyl ester

APPLICATION INFORMATION
Odor Description: A green, waxy odor with melon undertones.
Fragrance Use: Provides a mild, fruity topnote to fragrances.
Flavor Use: Can be used in strawberry, tomato, pear, caramel, apple, melon and vegetable flavors.
Recommended Use Level: 8%

SPECIFICATIONSChromatograph
Minimum Purity: 98.0% (sum of isomers)
    main isomer: 97.0% min.(cis)
    secondary isomer: 0.1% - 3.0%(trans)
Appearance: colorless liquid
Refractive Index: 1.442 : 1.448 at 20 deg C
Specific Gravity: 0.973 : 0.983 at 25 deg C

TECHNICAL INFORMATION MSDS
Flash Point: 200 deg F (CC)
Boiling Point (approx): 50C @ 4 mm Hg
Solubility: Insoluble in water; soluble in alcohol.
Kosher: YES   Certificate
Halal: YES   Certificate
Regulatory Status: TSCA AICS CHINA DSL EINECS(263-337-4) ENCS PICCS
RIFM Monograph: YES
Natural: NO
Nature Identical: YES
Export Tariff Code: 2918.11.0002
Shipped as Dangerous Good: NO

PACKAGING AND STORAGE
Recommended Packaging: Glass, Plastic or Steel
Shelf Life: 36 months from manufacture date
Recommended Storage: Store tightly sealed under inert gas in a cool, well-ventilated area.
Additives: synthetic alpha tocopherol @ 0.10%

Last Revised: 01/15/2007