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Product Information


BRI Product Number: 740
BRI Product Name: GERANYL BENZOATE FCC
CAS Number: 94-48-4
FEMA Number: 2511
Council Of Europe Number: 639
Molecular Weight: 258.36
Molecular Formula: C17H22O2   Structure
Synonyms: 2,6-Octadien-1-ol, 3,7-dimethyl-, benzoate, (2E)-
GERANYL BENZOATE FCC
CAS Name: 2,6-Octadien-1-ol, 3,7-dimethyl-, benzoate, (2E)-

APPLICATION INFORMATION
Odor Description: Long-lasting rose, amber odor.
Fragrance Use: Can be used to extend the odor of rose and geranium compositions.
Flavor Use: Used in fruit cocktail, pear, peach, apricot and cherry flavors.
Recommended Use Level: 4%

SPECIFICATIONSChromatograph
Minimum Purity: 97.0%
Appearance: colorless to pale yellow liquid
Acid Value: 1.0 mg KOH/g(max)
Refractive Index: 1.516 : 1.521 at 20 deg C
Specific Gravity: 0.983 : 0.989 at 25 deg C

TECHNICAL INFORMATION MSDS
Flash Point: 230 deg F (CC)
Boiling Point (approx): 135C @ 0.1 mm Hg
Solubility: Insoluble in water; soluble in alcohol.
Kosher: YES   Certificate
Halal: YES   Certificate
Regulatory Status: TSCA AICS CHINA DSL EINECS(202-337-0) ENCS PICCS
RIFM Monograph: YES
Natural: NO
Nature Identical: YES
Export Tariff Code: 2916.31.0002
Shipped as Dangerous Good: NO

PACKAGING AND STORAGE
Recommended Packaging: Glass, Plastic, Aluminum or Steel
Shelf Life: 36 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: 02/02/2010