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Product Information


BRI Product Number: 514
BRI Product Name: HEXYL 2-METHYL-3-PENTENOATE (HIGH CIS)
CAS Number: 85508-08-3
FEMA Number: 3693
Molecular Weight: 198.30
Molecular Formula: C12H22O2   Structure
Synonyms: (* Alt. CAS #) CAS: 58625-95-9; Hexyl 2-methyl-3 & -4-pentenoate
3-Pentenoic acid, 2-methyl-, hexyl ester
FEMA CAS: 58625-95-9
HEXYL 2-METHYL-3-PENTENOATE (HIGH CIS)
Hexyl 2-methyl-cis-3-pentenoate
Hexyl 2-methyl-z-3-pentenoate
CAS Name: 3-Pentenoic acid, 2-methyl-, hexyl ester

APPLICATION INFORMATION
Odor Description: A delicately tropical aroma reminiscent of melon or muscat grape with peppery back notes.
Fragrance Use: Can be used as a fixative for lily of the valley, rose, hyacinth formulations.
Flavor Use: A good base for tropicals and a good modifier for melon, grape, apple and pineapple flavors.
Recommended Use Level: 4%

SPECIFICATIONSChromatograph
Minimum Purity: 97.0%
Appearance: colorless to pale yellow liquid
Refractive Index: 1.424 : 1.444 at 20 deg C
Specific Gravity: 0.864 : 0.884 at 25 deg C

TECHNICAL INFORMATION MSDS
Flash Point: 214 deg F (CC)
Boiling Point (approx): 80C @ 10 mm Hg
Solubility: Insoluble in water; soluble in alcohol.
Kosher: YES   Certificate
Halal: YES   Certificate
Regulatory Status: TSCA NDSL EINECS(287-432-5)
RIFM Monograph: NO
Natural: NO
Nature Identical: NO
Export Tariff Code: 2916.19.6000
Shipped as Dangerous Good: NO

PACKAGING AND STORAGE
Recommended Packaging: Glass, Plastic, Aluminum or Steel
Shelf Life: 60 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: 01/19/2009