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Product Information


BRI Product Number: 487
BRI Product Name: METHYL 2-OCTENOATE (HIGH TRANS)
CAS Number: 2396-85-2
FEMA Number: 3712
Council Of Europe Number: 11800
Molecular Weight: 156.23
Molecular Formula: C9H16O2   Structure
Synonyms: 2-Octenoic acid, methyl ester
METHYL 2-OCTENOATE (HIGH TRANS)
CAS Name: 2-Octenoic acid, methyl ester

APPLICATION INFORMATION
Odor Description: A green, cooked fruit, pear-like odor.
Fragrance Use: A good note for air fresheners.
Flavor Use: Used in baked goods, gelatins, puddings and beverages.
Recommended Use Level: 5%

SPECIFICATIONSChromatograph
Minimum Purity: 97.0% (sum of isomers)
    main isomer: 95.0% min.
    secondary isomer: 0.1% - 5.0%(isomers)
Appearance: colorless liquid
Refractive Index: 1.437 : 1.447 at 20 deg C
Specific Gravity: 0.894 : 0.904 at 25 deg C

TECHNICAL INFORMATION MSDS
Flash Point: 175 deg F (CC)
Boiling Point (approx): 70C @ 4 mm Hg
Solubility: Insoluble in water; soluble in alcohol.
Kosher: YES   Certificate
Halal: YES   Certificate
Regulatory Status: TSCA AICS NDSL ECL EINECS(219-259-8)
RIFM Monograph: NO
Natural: NO
Nature Identical: YES
Export Tariff Code: 2916.19.6000
Shipped as Dangerous Good: NO

PACKAGING AND STORAGE
Recommended Packaging: Glass, Plastic, Aluminum or Steel
Shelf Life: 48 months from manufacture date
Recommended Storage: Store tightly sealed under inert gas in a cool, well-ventilated area.
Additives: synthetic alpha tocopherol @ 0.10%

Last Revised: 06/23/2008