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Product Information


BRI Product Number: 545
BRI Product Name: ETHYL LEVULINATE FCC
CAS Number: 539-88-8
FEMA Number: 2442
Council Of Europe Number: 373
Molecular Weight: 144.17
Molecular Formula: C7H12O3   Structure
Synonyms: Ethyl 4-oxopentanoate
ethyl 4-oxovalerate
ETHYL LEVULINATE FCC
Pentanoic acid, 4-oxo-, ethyl ester
CAS Name: Pentanoic acid, 4-oxo-, ethyl ester

APPLICATION INFORMATION
Odor Description: An ethereal fruity odor with savory backnotes.
Fragrance Use: Blends well with beta-coronal and cashmeran. Good for melon, pear and smoky notes.
Flavor Use: Can be used in grape, apple, pineapple, fruit, rum, smoked-meat and gravy flavors.
Recommended Use Level: 6%

SPECIFICATIONSChromatograph
Minimum Purity: 98.0%
Appearance: colorless to pale yellow liquid
Acid Value: 2.0 mg KOH/g(max)
Refractive Index: 1.420 : 1.425 at 20 deg C
Specific Gravity: 1.007 : 1.013 at 25 deg C

TECHNICAL INFORMATION MSDS
Flash Point: 210 deg F (CC)
Boiling Point (approx): 70C @ 4 mm Hg
Solubility: Soluble in water and alcohols.
Kosher: YES   Certificate
Halal: YES   Certificate
Regulatory Status: TSCA AICS CHINA DSL ECL EINECS(208-728-2) ENCS PICCS
RIFM Monograph: YES
Natural: NO
Nature Identical: YES
Export Tariff Code: 2918.30.0000
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: None

Last Revised: 05/05/2008