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Product Information


BRI Product Number: 477
BRI Product Name: 3-METHYL PENTANOIC ACID
CAS Number: 105-43-1
FEMA Number: 3437
Council Of Europe Number: 10149
Molecular Weight: 116.16
Molecular Formula: C6H12O2   Structure
Synonyms: 3-METHYL PENTANOIC ACID
3-Methylpentanoic acid
3-Methylvaleric acid
Pentanoic acid, 3-methyl-
CAS Name: Pentanoic acid, 3-methyl-

APPLICATION INFORMATION
Odor Description: An herbaceous, cheese-like odor that is sweet upon dilution.
Flavor Use: Used in many cheese flavor blends.

SPECIFICATIONSChromatograph
Minimum Purity: 98.0%
Appearance: colorless liquid
Refractive Index: 1.412 : 1.422 at 20 deg C
Specific Gravity: 0.920 : 0.930 at 25 deg C

TECHNICAL INFORMATION MSDS
Flash Point: 205 deg F (CC)
Boiling Point (approx): 196C atm
Solubility: Slightly soluble in water.
Kosher: YES   Certificate
Halal: YES   Certificate
Regulatory Status: TSCA AICS CHINA DSL ECL EINECS(203-297-7) 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: 08/10/2006