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Product Information


BRI Product Number: 510
BRI Product Name: ETHYL 2-METHYL-3,4-PENTADIENOATE
CAS Number: 60523-21-9
FEMA Number: 3678
Molecular Weight: 140.18
Molecular Formula: C8H12O2   Structure
Synonyms: 3,4-Pentadienoic acid, 2-methyl-, ethyl ester
ETHYL 2-METHYL-3,4-PENTADIENOATE
Ethyl 2-methylpenta-3,4-dienoate
CAS Name: 3,4-Pentadienoic acid, 2-methyl-, ethyl ester

APPLICATION INFORMATION
Odor Description: A highly versatile ingredient with intense fruitiness.
Fragrance Use: Used for intense fruitiness in any fragrance composition.
Flavor Use: Can be used in a variety of flavors including berry, apple, pineapple, mango and banana.
Recommended Use Level: 4%

SPECIFICATIONSChromatograph
Minimum Purity: 98.0%
Appearance: colorless to pale yellow
Refractive Index: 1.446 : 1.452 at 20 deg C
Specific Gravity: 0.922 : 0.928 at 25 deg C

TECHNICAL INFORMATION MSDS
Flash Point: 110 deg F (CC)
Boiling Point (approx): 70C @ 24 mm Hg
Solubility: Insoluble in water; soluble in alcohol.
Kosher: YES   Certificate
Halal: YES   Certificate
Regulatory Status: TSCA AICS DSL ECL EINECS(262-278-1) PICCS
RIFM Monograph: NO
Natural: NO
Nature Identical: NO
Export Tariff Code: 2916.19.6000
Shipped as Dangerous Good: YES WHEN SHIPPED VIA AIR/OCEAN

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: 04/04/2008