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Product Information


BRI Product Number: 435
BRI Product Name: 2-METHYL HEXANOIC ACID
CAS Number: 4536-23-6
FEMA Number: 3191
Council Of Europe Number: 582
Molecular Weight: 130.19
Molecular Formula: C7H14O2   Structure
Synonyms: 2-METHYL HEXANOIC ACID
2-Methylhexanoic acid
Hexanoic acid, 2-methyl-
CAS Name: Hexanoic acid, 2-methyl-

APPLICATION INFORMATION
Odor Description: A pleasant, cheese-like odor.
Fragrance Use: Used sparingly in fragrances for sour cheesy note.
Flavor Use: Used in cheese, dairy and tropical fruit flavors.
Recommended Use Level: 0.02%

SPECIFICATIONSChromatograph
Minimum Purity: 99.0%
Appearance: colorless liquid
Refractive Index: 1.416 : 1.423 at 20 deg C
Specific Gravity: 0.908 : 0.915 at 25 deg C

TECHNICAL INFORMATION MSDS
Flash Point: 215 deg F (CC)
Boiling Point (approx): 100C @ 4 mm Hg
Solubility: Soluble in n water, alcohol, ether, etc.
Kosher: YES   Certificate
Halal: YES   Certificate
Regulatory Status: TSCA AICS CHINA DSL ECL EINECS(224-883-9) ENCS PICCS
RIFM Monograph: NO
Natural: NO
Nature Identical: YES
Export Tariff Code: 2915.90.0000
Shipped as Dangerous Good: NO

PACKAGING AND STORAGE
Recommended Packaging: Glass or Plastic
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: 03/12/2007