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Product Information


BRI Product Number: 166
BRI Product Name: cis-2-HEXEN-1-OL
CAS Number: 928-94-9
FEMA Number: 3924
Council Of Europe Number: 69
Molecular Weight: 100.16
Molecular Formula: C6H12O   Structure
Synonyms: 2-Hexen-1-ol, (2Z)-
cis-2-HEXEN-1-OL
Z-2-Hexenol
CAS Name: 2-Hexen-1-ol, (2Z)-

APPLICATION INFORMATION
Odor Description: An odor similar to cis-3-hexenol, with a brandy nuance.
Fragrance Use: For fresh green topnotes in fragrance applications.
Flavor Use: This material has a fresher greenness than trans-2-hexenol and can also be used to enhance brandy flavors.
Recommended Use Level: 0.5%

SPECIFICATIONSChromatograph
Minimum Purity: 98.0% (sum of isomers)
    main isomer: 92.0% min.(cis)
    secondary isomer: 0.1% - 8.0%(trans)
Appearance: colorless liquid
Refractive Index: 1.437 : 1.445 at 20 deg C
Specific Gravity: 0.845 : 0.853 at 25 deg C

TECHNICAL INFORMATION MSDS
Flash Point: 130 deg F (CC)
Boiling Point (approx): 102 C @ 24 mmHg
Solubility: Insoluble in water; soluble in alcohol.
Kosher: YES   Certificate
Halal: YES   Certificate
Regulatory Status: TSCA AICS CHINA DSL ECL EINECS(213-190-7) ENCS PICCS
RIFM Monograph: NO
Natural: NO
Nature Identical: YES
Export Tariff Code: 2905.29.9000
Shipped as Dangerous Good: YES WHEN SHIPPED VIA AIR/OCEAN

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