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Product Information


BRI Product Number: 438
BRI Product Name: ETHYL 2-METHYL PENTANOATE
CAS Number: 39255-32-8
FEMA Number: 3488
Council Of Europe Number: 10616
Molecular Weight: 144.21
Molecular Formula: C8H16O2   Structure
Synonyms: ETHYL 2-METHYL PENTANOATE
ETHYL 2-METHYL VALERATE
Ethyl 2-Methylpentanoate
Ethyl 2-methylvalerate
Pentanoic acid, 2-methyl-, ethyl ester
CAS Name: Pentanoic acid, 2-methyl-, ethyl ester

APPLICATION INFORMATION
Odor Description: A fruity, pineapple odor with natural connotations.
Fragrance Use: For a sweet powerful pineapple note in fragrances.
Flavor Use: Used in pineapple and apple flavors. Can also be used in a tutti-frutti composition.
Recommended Use Level: 2%

SPECIFICATIONSChromatograph
Minimum Purity: 99.0%
Appearance: colorless liquid
Refractive Index: 1.399 : 1.406 at 20 deg C
Specific Gravity: 0.861 : 0.865 at 25 deg C

TECHNICAL INFORMATION MSDS
Flash Point: 105 deg F (CC)
Boiling Point (approx): 75C @ 40 mm Hg
Solubility: Insoluble in water; soluble in alcohol.
Kosher: YES   Certificate
Halal: YES   Certificate
Regulatory Status: TSCA AICS CHINA DSL ECL EINECS(254-384-1) ENCS PICCS
RIFM Monograph: YES
Natural: NO
Nature Identical: NO
Export Tariff Code: 2915.90.0000
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: None

Last Revised: 05/13/2008