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Product Information


BRI Product Number: 860
BRI Product Name: 4-METHYL-2-PENTYL-1,3-DIOXOLANE
CAS Number: 1599-49-1
FEMA Number: 3630
Molecular Weight: 158.24
Molecular Formula: C9H1802   Structure
Synonyms: (* Alt. CAS #) CAS: 26563-74-6; 4-Methyl-2-pentyl-1,3-dioxolan
1,3-Dioxolane, 4-methyl-2-pentyl-
2-Amyl-4-methyl-1,3-dioxolane
4-Methyl-2-pentyl-1,3-dioxolan
4-METHYL-2-PENTYL-1,3-DIOXOLANE
FEMA CAS: 26563-74-6
Hexaldehyde propylene glycol acetal
Hexanal propylene glycol acetal
CAS Name: 1,3-Dioxolane, 4-methyl-2-pentyl-

APPLICATION INFORMATION
Odor Description: A green, fruity, vegetable odor.
Fragrance Use: Used in fragrances for a green, fruity note.
Flavor Use: Used in flavors for a green fruity note.
Recommended Use Level: 8%

SPECIFICATIONSChromatograph
Minimum Purity: 97.0% (sum of isomers)
    main isomer: 55.0% min.
    secondary isomer: 30.0% - 45.0%
Appearance: colorless liquid
Refractive Index: 1.418 : 1.425 at 20 deg C
Specific Gravity: 0.893 : 0.900 at 25 deg C

TECHNICAL INFORMATION MSDS
Flash Point: 150 deg F (CC)
Boiling Point (approx): 80C @ 24 mm Hg
Solubility: Insoluble in water; soluble in alcohol.
Kosher: YES   Certificate
Halal: YES   Certificate
Regulatory Status: TSCA AICS CHINA DSL EINECS(216-489-0) ENCS PICCS
RIFM Monograph: NO
Natural: NO
Nature Identical: YES
Export Tariff Code: 2911.00.5000
Shipped as Dangerous Good: NO

PACKAGING AND STORAGE
Recommended Packaging: Glass, Plastic, Aluminum or Steel
Shelf Life: 24 months from manufacture date
Recommended Storage: Store tightly sealed under inert gas in a cool, well-ventilated area.
Additives: None

Last Revised: 06/25/2008