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Product Information


BRI Product Number: 476
BRI Product Name: 4-METHYL PENTANOIC ACID FCC
CAS Number: 646-07-1
FEMA Number: 3463
Council Of Europe Number: 10150
Molecular Weight: 116.16
Molecular Formula: C6H12O2   Structure
Synonyms: 4-METHYL PENTANOIC ACID FCC
4-Methylpentanoic acid
4-Methylvaleric acid
Pentanoic acid, 4-methyl-
CAS Name: Pentanoic acid, 4-methyl-

APPLICATION INFORMATION
Odor Description: A pungent, cheese-like odor.
Flavor Use: Used primarily in cheese flavors.

SPECIFICATIONSChromatograph
Minimum Purity: 98.0%
Appearance: colorless to pale yellow liquid
Refractive Index: 1.412 : 1.417 at 20 deg C
Specific Gravity: 0.919 : 0.923 at 25 deg C

TECHNICAL INFORMATION MSDS
Flash Point: 200 deg F (CC)
Boiling Point (approx): 200C atm
Solubility: Slightly soluble in water.
Kosher: YES   Certificate
Halal: YES   Certificate
Regulatory Status: TSCA AICS CHINA DSL ECL EINECS(211-464-0) ENCS PICCS
RIFM Monograph: NO
Natural: NO
Nature Identical: YES
Export Tariff Code: 2915.60.0000
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: None

Last Revised: 05/27/2009