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Product Information


BRI Product Number: 846
BRI Product Name: 5-METHYL FURFURAL
CAS Number: 620-02-0
FEMA Number: 2702
Council Of Europe Number: 119
Molecular Weight: 110.11
Molecular Formula: C6H6O2   Structure
Synonyms: 2-Furancarboxaldehyde, 5-methyl-
5-METHYL FURFURAL
5-Methyl-2-furaldehyde
5-Methylfurfural
CAS Name: 2-Furancarboxaldehyde, 5-methyl-

APPLICATION INFORMATION
Odor Description: A spicy, caramel, almond odor.
Fragrance Use: Can be used for nutty, maple, sweet-brown applications.
Flavor Use: Used in honey, maple, nut, amaretto and coffee flavors.
Recommended Use Level: 2%

SPECIFICATIONSChromatograph
Minimum Purity: 99.0%
Appearance: yellow to amber liquid
Refractive Index: 1.526 : 1.535 at 20 deg C
Specific Gravity: 1.095 : 1.106 at 25 deg C

TECHNICAL INFORMATION MSDS
Flash Point: 160 deg F (CC)
Boiling Point (approx): 87C @ 27 mm Hg
Solubility: Insoluble in water; soluble in alcohol.
Kosher: YES   Certificate
Halal: YES   Certificate
Regulatory Status: TSCA AICS CHINA DSL ECL EINECS(210-622-6) ENCS PICCS
RIFM Monograph: YES
Natural: NO
Nature Identical: YES
Export Tariff Code: 2932.19.0000
Shipped as Dangerous Good: NO

PACKAGING AND STORAGE
Recommended Packaging: Glass or Aluminum
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 @ 0.50%

Last Revised: 06/13/2007