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BRI Product Number: 511
BRI Product Name: ETHYL 2-METHYL-3 & -4-PENTENOATES
CAS Number: MIXTURE
FEMA Number: Approved
Molecular Weight: 142.19
Molecular Formula: C8H14O2   Structure
Synonyms: 3-Pentenoic acid, 2-methyl-, ethyl ester (FEMA #3456) and 4-Pentenoic acid, 2-methyl-, ethyl ester (FEMA #3489)
3-Pentenoic acid, 2-methyl-, ethyl ester [1617-23-8] and 4-Pentenoic acid, 2-methyl-, ethyl ester [53399-81-8]
ETHYL 2-METHYL-3 & -4-PENTENOATES
Ethyl 2-methyl-3&4-pentenoates
CAS Name: 3-Pentenoic acid, 2-methyl-, ethyl ester [1617-23-8] and 4-Pentenoic acid, 2-methyl-, ethyl ester [53399-81-8]

APPLICATION INFORMATION
Odor Description: An ethereal fruity odor.
Fragrance Use: Used in fragrances for fruity notes.
Flavor Use: Used in fruity flavors especially pineapple.
Recommended Use Level: 5%

SPECIFICATIONSChromatograph
Minimum Purity: 96.0% (sum of isomers)
    main isomer: 63.0% - 67.0%
    secondary isomer: 33.0% - 37.0%(C5 esters)
Appearance: colorless liquid
Refractive Index: 1.415 : 1.425 at 20 deg C
Specific Gravity: 0.883 : 0.893 at 25 deg C

TECHNICAL INFORMATION MSDS
Flash Point: 110 deg F (CC)
Boiling Point (approx): 95C @ 115 mm Hg
Solubility: Insoluble in water; soluble in alcohol.
Kosher: YES   Certificate
Halal: YES   Certificate
Regulatory Status: TSCA AICS CHINA DSL ECL EINECS(MIXTURE) PICCS
RIFM Monograph: YES
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