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Product Information


BRI Product Number: 383
BRI Product Name: 2,6-DIMETHYL-5-HEPTEN-1-AL FCC
CAS Number: 106-72-9
FEMA Number: 2389
Council Of Europe Number: 2006
Molecular Weight: 140.23
Molecular Formula: C9H16O   Structure
Synonyms: 2,6-DIMETHYL-5-HEPTEN-1-AL FCC
5-Heptenal, 2,6-dimethyl-
Melonal
CAS Name: 5-Heptenal, 2,6-dimethyl-

APPLICATION INFORMATION
Odor Description: A fruity, green melon odor with citrus undertones.
Fragrance Use: Can lend a fresh melon note to the top or middle of fragrances. Also particularly suitable for laundry detergent.
Flavor Use: Has a wide range of uses including watermelon, cantaloupe, cucumber, lemon, grapefruit, tropicals and peach.
Recommended Use Level: 2%

SPECIFICATIONSChromatograph
Minimum Purity: 85.0% (sum of isomers)
    main isomer: 82.0% min.
    secondary isomer: 0.1% - 8.0%(isomer)
Appearance: pale yellow liquid
Acid Value: 5.0 mg KOH/g(max)
Refractive Index: 1.442 : 1.447 at 20 deg C
Specific Gravity: 0.848 : 0.854 at 25 deg C

TECHNICAL INFORMATION MSDS
Flash Point: 145 deg F (CC)
Boiling Point (approx): 120C @ 100mmHg
Solubility: Insoluble in water; soluble in alcohol.
Kosher: YES   Certificate
Halal: YES   Certificate
Regulatory Status: TSCA AICS CHINA DSL EINECS(203-427-2) PICCS
RIFM Monograph: YES
Natural: NO
Nature Identical: YES
Export Tariff Code: 2912.19.9000
Shipped as Dangerous Good: NO

PACKAGING AND STORAGE
Recommended Packaging: Glass or Aluminum
Shelf Life: 24 months from manufacture date
Recommended Storage: Store tightly sealed under inert gas in a cool, well-ventilated area.
Additives: synthetic alpha tocopherol @ 0.50%

Last Revised: 05/05/2008