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Product Information


BRI Product Number: 450
BRI Product Name: gamma-HEPTALACTONE FCC
CAS Number: 105-21-5
FEMA Number: 2539
Council Of Europe Number: 2253
Molecular Weight: 128.17
Molecular Formula: C7H12O2   Structure
Synonyms: 2(3H)-Furanone, dihydro-5-propyl-
4-Heptanolide
4-Hydroxyheptanoic acid, gamma-lactone
5-Propyldihydrofuran-2(3H)-one
gamma-HEPTALACTONE FCC
gamma-Propiobutyrolactone
gamma-Propylbutyrolactone
Heptan-4-olide
CAS Name: 2(3H)-Furanone, dihydro-5-propyl-

APPLICATION INFORMATION
Odor Description: A waxy, creamy, coconut character.
Fragrance Use: For a creamy finish in most vanilla, coconut and gardenia fragrances.
Flavor Use: Widely used in vanilla, peach, nut, maple, almond, coconut and cream flavors.
Recommended Use Level: 8%

SPECIFICATIONSChromatograph
Minimum Purity: 98.0%
Appearance: colorless liquid
Acid Value: 2.0 mg KOH/g(max)
Refractive Index: 1.439 : 1.445 at 20 deg C
Specific Gravity: 0.989 : 0.996 at 25 deg C

TECHNICAL INFORMATION MSDS
Flash Point: 230 deg F (CC)
Boiling Point (approx): 88C @ 4 mm Hg
Solubility: Insoluble in water; soluble in alcohol.
Kosher: YES   Certificate
Halal: YES   Certificate
Regulatory Status: TSCA AICS CHINA DSL ECL EINECS(203-279-9) ENCS PICCS
RIFM Monograph: YES
Natural: NO
Nature Identical: YES
Export Tariff Code: 2932.29.8590
Shipped as Dangerous Good: NO

PACKAGING AND STORAGE
Recommended Packaging: Glass, Plastic, Aluminum or Steel
Shelf Life: 60 months from manufacture date
Recommended Storage: Store tightly sealed under inert gas in a cool, well-ventilated area.
Additives: None

Last Revised: 09/09/2009