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Product Information


BRI Product Number: 856
BRI Product Name: 5-METHYL-2-PHENYL-2-HEXENAL
CAS Number: 21834-92-4
FEMA Number: 3199
Council Of Europe Number: 10365
Molecular Weight: 188.26
Molecular Formula: C13H16O   Structure
Synonyms: 5-METHYL-2-PHENYL-2-HEXENAL
Benzeneacetaldehyde, a-(3-methylbutylidene)-
Cocal
CAS Name: Benzeneacetaldehyde, a-(3-methylbutylidene)-

APPLICATION INFORMATION
Odor Description: Distinctive cocoa aroma.
Fragrance Use: For a creamy cocoa note in fragrances.
Flavor Use: Used in chocolate, coffee, vanilla and dairy flavors.
Recommended Use Level: 8%

SPECIFICATIONSChromatograph
Minimum Purity: 97.0%
Appearance: light yellow liquid
Acid Value: 10.0 mg KOH/g(max)
Refractive Index: 1.528 : 1.537 at 20 deg C
Specific Gravity: 0.968 : 0.978 at 25 deg C

TECHNICAL INFORMATION MSDS
Flash Point: 230 deg F (CC)
Boiling Point (approx): 85C @ 0.5 mm Hg
Solubility: Insoluble in water; soluble in alcohol.
Kosher: YES   Certificate
Halal: YES   Certificate
Regulatory Status: TSCA AICS CHINA DSL EINECS(244-602-3) 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: 05/08/2006