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Product Information


BRI Product Number: 163
BRI Product Name: cis-4-HEPTEN-1-OL
CAS Number: 6191-71-5
FEMA Number: 3841
Molecular Weight: 114.19
Molecular Formula: C7H14O   Structure
Synonyms: 4-Hepten-1-ol, (4Z)-
cis-4-HEPTEN-1-OL
Z-4-Heptenol
CAS Name: 4-Hepten-1-ol, (4Z)-

APPLICATION INFORMATION
Odor Description: Green, grassy odor similar to cis-3-hexenol with savory nuances.
Fragrance Use: Used for green topnotes.
Flavor Use: Can be used in banana flavors or for a grassy green note in berry flavors. Has many of the same qualities as cis-3-hexenol.
Recommended Use Level: 1%

SPECIFICATIONSChromatograph
Minimum Purity: 96.0% (sum of isomers)
    main isomer: 93.0% min.(cis)
    secondary isomer: 0.1% - 7.0%(trans)
Appearance: colorless liquid
Refractive Index: 1.441 : 1.447 at 20 deg C
Specific Gravity: 0.845 : 0.855 at 25 deg C

TECHNICAL INFORMATION MSDS
Flash Point: 165 deg F (CC)
Boiling Point (approx): 60 C @ 24 mmHg
Solubility: Insoluble in water; soluble in alcohol.
Kosher: YES   Certificate
Halal: YES   Certificate
Regulatory Status: TSCA NDSL ECL EINECS(228-238-2) ENCS
RIFM Monograph: NO
Natural: NO
Nature Identical: YES
Export Tariff Code: 2905.29.9000
Shipped as Dangerous Good: NO

PACKAGING AND STORAGE
Recommended Packaging: Glass, Plastic or Steel
Shelf Life: 48 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: 11/26/2008