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Product Information


BRI Product Number: 432
BRI Product Name: ETHYL 2-METHYL-2-PENTENOATE
CAS Number: 58625-96-0
Molecular Weight: 142.06
Molecular Formula: C8H1402   Structure
Synonyms: 2-Pentenoic acid, 2-methyl-, ethyl ester
ETHYL 2-METHYL-2-PENTENOATE
CAS Name: 2-Pentenoic acid, 2-methyl-, ethyl ester

APPLICATION INFORMATION
Odor Description: A sweet berry-like odor with rum note.
Fragrance Use: Used as an enhancer for fruity fragrances.
Recommended Use Level: 5%

SPECIFICATIONSChromatograph
Minimum Purity: 95.0%
Appearance: colorless to pale yellow liquid
Refractive Index: 1.435 : 1.445 at 20 deg C
Specific Gravity: 0.905 : 0.915 at 25 deg C

TECHNICAL INFORMATION MSDS
Flash Point: 150 deg F (CC)
Boiling Point (approx): Not Established
Solubility: Insoluble in water; soluble in alcohol
Kosher: NO   
Halal: YES   Certificate
Regulatory Status: TSCA AICS DSL ECL EINECS(261-367-2)
RIFM Monograph: NO
Natural: NO
Nature Identical: NO
Export Tariff Code: 2916.19.6000
Shipped as Dangerous Good: NO

PACKAGING AND STORAGE
Recommended Packaging: Glass, Plastic, Aluminum 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: 04/04/2008