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Product Information


BRI Product Number: 455
BRI Product Name: gamma-DODECALACTONE FCC
CAS Number: 2305-05-7
FEMA Number: 2400
Council Of Europe Number: 2240
Molecular Weight: 198.31
Molecular Formula: C12H22O2   Structure
Synonyms: 2(3H)-Furanone, dihydro-5-octyl-
4-Dodecanolide
4-Hydroxydodecanoic acid, gamma-lactone
5-Octyldihydrofuran-2(3H)-one
gamma-DODECALACTONE FCC
gamma-Octylbutyrolactone
CAS Name: 2(3H)-Furanone, dihydro-5-octyl-

APPLICATION INFORMATION
Odor Description: A waxy, fatty, sweet aroma with green rind-like undertones.
Fragrance Use: Lends a warm creamy note to fragrances.
Flavor Use: Used for sweet creamy notes in watermelon, cream, peach, coconut and maple flavors.
Recommended Use Level: 12%

SPECIFICATIONSChromatograph
Minimum Purity: 97.0%
Appearance: colorless to yellow liquid
Acid Value: 1.0 mg KOH/g(max)
Refractive Index: 1.451 : 1.456 at 20 deg C
Specific Gravity: 0.933 : 0.938 at 25 deg C

TECHNICAL INFORMATION MSDS
Flash Point: 230 deg F (CC)
Boiling Point (approx): 120 C @ 0.1 mmHg
Solubility: Insoluble in water; soluble in alcohol.
Kosher: YES   Certificate
Halal: YES   Certificate
Regulatory Status: TSCA AICS CHINA DSL ECL EINECS(218-971-6) 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