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Product Information


BRI Product Number: 855
BRI Product Name: 4-METHYL-2-PHENYL-2-PENTENAL
CAS Number: 26643-91-4
FEMA Number: 3200
Council Of Europe Number: 10366
Molecular Weight: 174.24
Molecular Formula: C12H14O   Structure
Synonyms: 4-METHYL-2-PHENYL-2-PENTENAL
Benzeneacetaldehyde, a-(2-methylpropylidene)-
CAS Name: Benzeneacetaldehyde, a-(2-methylpropylidene)-

APPLICATION INFORMATION
Odor Description: A distinctive cocoa aroma.
Fragrance Use: Imparts a chocolate nuance to fragrances.
Flavor Use: Used in chocolate, coffee, vanilla and dairy flavors.
Recommended Use Level: 8%

SPECIFICATIONSChromatograph
Minimum Purity: 90.0% (sum of isomers)
    main isomer: 85.0% - 92.0%
    secondary isomer: 3.0% - 8.0%
Appearance: light yellow liquid
Acid Value: 10.0 mg KOH/g(max)
Refractive Index: 1.530 : 1.538 at 20 deg C
Specific Gravity: 0.974 : 0.984 at 25 deg C

TECHNICAL INFORMATION MSDS
Flash Point: 230 deg F (CC)
Boiling Point (approx): 90C @ 0.1 mm Hg
Solubility: Insoluble in water; soluble in alcohol.
Kosher: YES   Certificate
Halal: YES   Certificate
Regulatory Status: TSCA AICS CHINA DSL EINECS(247-869-4) PICCS
RIFM Monograph: YES
Natural: NO
Nature Identical: YES
Export Tariff Code: 2912.29.0000
Shipped as Dangerous Good: NO

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

Last Revised: 12/04/2009