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Product Information


BRI Product Number: 434
BRI Product Name: ETHYL 3-HYDROXY HEXANOATE
CAS Number: 2305-25-1
FEMA Number: 3545
Council Of Europe Number: 11764
Molecular Weight: 160.22
Molecular Formula: C8H16O3   Structure
Synonyms: ETHYL 3-HYDROXY HEXANOATE
Hexanoic acid, 3-hydroxy-, ethyl ester
CAS Name: Hexanoic acid, 3-hydroxy-, ethyl ester

APPLICATION INFORMATION
Odor Description: A smoky, leathery, fatty odor with cheesy and fruity nuances.
Fragrance Use: May be used for leathery or tobacco notes.
Flavor Use: Flavor applications include meat (beef and pork), steak sauce, green vegetables and celery.
Recommended Use Level: 2%

SPECIFICATIONSChromatograph
Minimum Purity: 98.0%
Appearance: colorless liquid
Refractive Index: 1.424 : 1.433 at 20 deg C
Specific Gravity: 0.967 : 0.976 at 25 deg C

TECHNICAL INFORMATION MSDS
Flash Point: 195 deg F (CC)
Boiling Point (approx): 75C @ 4 mm Hg
Solubility: Insoluble in water; soluble in alcohol.
Kosher: YES   Certificate
Halal: YES   Certificate
Regulatory Status: TSCA AICS CHINA DSL ECL EINECS(218-973-7) ENCS PICCS
RIFM Monograph: YES
Natural: NO
Nature Identical: YES
Export Tariff Code: 2915.90.0000
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: None

Last Revised: 05/05/2008