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Product Information


BRI Product Number: 443
BRI Product Name: 2-METHYL-4-PENTENOIC ACID
CAS Number: 1575-74-2
FEMA Number: 3511
Council Of Europe Number: 10148
Molecular Weight: 114.14
Molecular Formula: C6H10O2   Structure
Synonyms: 2-METHYL-4-PENTENOIC ACID
4-Pentenoic acid, 2-methyl-
CAS Name: 4-Pentenoic acid, 2-methyl-

APPLICATION INFORMATION
Odor Description: A cheese-like aroma.
Flavor Use: Used in various cheese and dairy type flavors.

SPECIFICATIONSChromatograph
Minimum Purity: 99.0%
Appearance: colorless to pale yellow liquid
Refractive Index: 1.426 : 1.436 at 20 deg C
Specific Gravity: 0.944 : 0.956 at 25 deg C

TECHNICAL INFORMATION MSDS
Flash Point: 225 deg F (CC)
Boiling Point (approx): 75 C @ 4 mmHg
Solubility: Slightly soluble in water.
Kosher: YES   Certificate
Halal: YES   Certificate
Regulatory Status: TSCA AICS CHINA DSL ECL EINECS(216-404-7) ENCS
RIFM Monograph: NO
Natural: NO
Nature Identical: NO
Export Tariff Code: 2916.19.6000
Shipped as Dangerous Good: YES

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: synthetic alpha tocopherol @ 0.10%

Last Revised: 11/25/2009