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Product Information


BRI Product Number: 478
BRI Product Name: 2-METHYL PENTANOIC ACID FCC
CAS Number: 97-61-0
FEMA Number: 2754
Council Of Europe Number: 31
Molecular Weight: 116.16
Molecular Formula: C6H12O2   Structure
Synonyms: 2-METHYL PENTANOIC ACID FCC
2-Methyl valeric acid
2-Methylpentanoic acid
2-Methylvaleric acid
Pentanoic acid, 2-methyl-
CAS Name: Pentanoic acid, 2-methyl-

APPLICATION INFORMATION
Odor Description: A sour, cheese-like aroma.
Flavor Use: Used mainly in cheese flavors.

SPECIFICATIONSChromatograph
Minimum Purity: 98.0%
Appearance: colorless to pale yellow liquid
Refractive Index: 1.411 : 1.416 at 20 deg C
Specific Gravity: 0.919 : 0.922 at 25 deg C

TECHNICAL INFORMATION MSDS
Flash Point: 210 deg F (CC)
Boiling Point (approx): 198C atm
Solubility: Slightly soluble in water.
Kosher: YES   Certificate
Halal: YES   Certificate
Regulatory Status: TSCA AICS CHINA DSL ECL EINECS(202-594-9) ENCS PICCS
RIFM Monograph: YES
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: 09/11/2008