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Product Information


BRI Product Number: 851
BRI Product Name: FURFURAL ACETONE
CAS Number: 623-15-4
FEMA Number: 2495
Council Of Europe Number: 11838
Molecular Weight: 136.15
Molecular Formula: C8H8O2   Structure
Synonyms: 3-Buten-2-one, 4-(2-furanyl)-
4-(2-Furyl)-3-buten-2-one
FURFURAL ACETONE
Furfurylidenacetone
CAS Name: 3-Buten-2-one, 4-(2-furanyl)-

APPLICATION INFORMATION
Odor Description: A spicy, warm, cinnamon aroma.
Fragrance Use: Furfural Acetone should not be used as a fragrance ingredient. (IFRA)
IFRA Status: This material is NOT to be used as a fragrance ingredient.
Flavor Use: Used in banana, cherry, prune, raisin, coffee, root beer, cola and plum flavors.

SPECIFICATIONSChromatograph
Minimum Purity: 97.5%
Appearance: amber to brown crystals

TECHNICAL INFORMATION MSDS
Flash Point: 230 deg F (CC)
Boiling Point (approx): 70 C @ 0.1 mmHg
Melting Point: 33-39 deg C
Solubility: Insoluble in water; soluble in alcohol.
Kosher: YES   Certificate
Halal: YES   Certificate
Regulatory Status: TSCA AICS DSL EINECS(210-774-3) PICCS
RIFM Monograph: NO
Natural: NO
Nature Identical: YES
Export Tariff Code: 2932.19.0000
Shipped as Dangerous Good: YES

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: synthetic alpha tocopherol @ 0.10%

Last Revised: 11/26/2008