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Product Information


BRI Product Number: 801
BRI Product Name: NOOTKATONE (CRYSTALS 98+%)
CAS Number: 4674-50-4
FEMA Number: 3166
Council Of Europe Number: 11164
Molecular Weight: 218.34
Molecular Formula: C15H22O   Structure
Synonyms: 2(3H)-Naphthalenone, 4,4a,5,6,7,8-hexahydro-4,4a-dimethyl-6-(1-methylethenyl)-, (4R,4aS,6R)-
NOOTKATONE (CRYSTALS 98+%)
CAS Name: 2(3H)-Naphthalenone, 4,4a,5,6,7,8-hexahydro-4,4a-dimethyl-6- (1-methylethenyl)-, (4R,4aS,6R)-

APPLICATION INFORMATION
Odor Description: A bright, characteristically grapefruit odor.
Fragrance Use: Used in fragrances that require a light grapefruit note.
IFRA Status: Nootkatone used as a fragrance ingredient should be at least 98% pure with a melting point of at least 32 C. Lower purity grades may not be used as a fragrance ingredient.
Flavor Use: Used extensively in grapefruit and other citrus flavors.
Recommended Use Level: 2%

SPECIFICATIONSChromatograph
Minimum Purity: 98.0%
Appearance: white crystalline solid

TECHNICAL INFORMATION MSDS
Flash Point: 230 deg F (CC)
Boiling Point (approx): Not Established
Melting Point: 32 deg C
Solubility: Insoluble in water; soluble in alcohol.
Kosher: YES   Certificate
Halal: YES   Certificate
Regulatory Status: TSCA AICS CHINA DSL EINECS(225-124-4) ENCS PICCS
RIFM Monograph: YES
Natural: NO
Nature Identical: YES
Export Tariff Code: 2914.29.0000
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 below 0 deg. C
Additives: None

Last Revised: 02/28/2006