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Product Information


BRI Product Number: 436
BRI Product Name: ETHYL 2-METHYL-4-PENTENOATE
CAS Number: 53399-81-8
FEMA Number: 3489
Council Of Europe Number: 10613
Molecular Weight: 142.19
Molecular Formula: C8H14O2   Structure
Synonyms: 4-Pentenoic acid, 2-methyl-, ethyl ester
ETHYL 2-METHYL-4-PENTENOATE
CAS Name: 4-Pentenoic acid, 2-methyl-, ethyl ester

APPLICATION INFORMATION
Odor Description: A pineapple odor similar to a tiglate.
Fragrance Use: Used in specialty compositions.
Flavor Use: Used in various fruit flavors particularly pineapple and other tropical flavors.
Recommended Use Level: 4%

SPECIFICATIONSChromatograph
Minimum Purity: 97.0%
Appearance: colorless liquid
Refractive Index: 1.412 : 1.419 at 20 deg C
Specific Gravity: 0.880 : 0.886 at 25 deg C

TECHNICAL INFORMATION MSDS
Flash Point: 130 deg F (CC)
Boiling Point (approx): 76C @ 60 mm Hg
Solubility: Insoluble in water; soluble in alcohol.
Kosher: YES   Certificate
Halal: YES   Certificate
Regulatory Status: TSCA AICS CHINA DSL ECL EINECS(258-520-0) PICCS
RIFM Monograph: YES
Natural: NO
Nature Identical: NO
Export Tariff Code: 2916.19.6000
Shipped as Dangerous Good: YES WHEN SHIPPED VIA AIR/OCEAN

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: 05/05/2008