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Product Information


BRI Product Number: 853
BRI Product Name: 2-ACETYL-5-METHYL FURAN
CAS Number: 1193-79-9
FEMA Number: 3609
Council Of Europe Number: 11038
Molecular Weight: 124.13
Molecular Formula: C7H8O2   Structure
Synonyms: 2-ACETYL-5-METHYL FURAN
2-Acetyl-5-methylfuran
Ethanone, 1-(5-methyl-2-furanyl)-
Methyl 5-methyl-2-furyl ketone
CAS Name: Ethanone, 1-(5-methyl-2-furanyl)-

APPLICATION INFORMATION
Odor Description: A strong, nutty, hay-coumarin odor.
Fragrance Use: For nutty notes in fragrances.
Flavor Use: Used in caramel, chocolate, hazelnut, coffee, meat, tobacco, almond and other nut flavors.
R&D/FFDCA Comment: Federal Food Drug & Cosmetic Act (FFDCA) Uses Only
Recommended Use Level: 0.1%

SPECIFICATIONSChromatograph
Minimum Purity: 98.0%
Appearance: yellow liquid
Refractive Index: 1.508 : 1.514 at 20 deg C
Specific Gravity: 1.064 : 1.071 at 25 deg C

TECHNICAL INFORMATION MSDS
Flash Point: 175 deg F (CC)
Boiling Point (approx): 60 C @ 4 mmHg
Solubility: Slightly soluble in water.
Kosher: YES   Certificate
Halal: YES   Certificate
Regulatory Status: AICS CHINA DSL EINECS(214-779-1) ENCS PICCS
RIFM Monograph: NO
Natural: NO
Nature Identical: YES
Export Tariff Code: 2932.19.0000
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: 11/26/2008