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Product Information


BRI Product Number: 880
BRI Product Name: CAPROIC ACID (NATURAL)
CAS Number: 142-62-1
FEMA Number: 2559
Council Of Europe Number: 9
Molecular Weight: 116.16
Molecular Formula: C6H12O2   Structure
Synonyms: CAPROIC ACID (NATURAL)
Hexanoic acid
CAS Name: Hexanoic acid

APPLICATION INFORMATION
Odor Description: A mild, fatty odor.
Fragrance Use: Used in lavender fragrances.
Flavor Use: Used in butter, rum, coconut and fruit flavors

SPECIFICATIONSChromatograph
Minimum Purity: 99.0%
Appearance: colorless to pale yellow liquid
Refractive Index: 1.415 : 1.418 at 20 deg C
Specific Gravity: 0.923 : 0.927 at 25 deg C

TECHNICAL INFORMATION MSDS
Flash Point: 220 deg F (CC)
Boiling Point (approx): 80C @ 4 mm Hg
Melting Point: -3 deg C
Solubility: Slightly soluble in water.
Kosher: YES   Certificate
Halal: YES   Certificate
Regulatory Status: TSCA AICS CHINA DSL ECL EINECS(205-550-7) ENCS PICCS SWISS
RIFM Monograph: YES
Natural: YES
Nature Identical: YES
Export Tariff Code: 2915.90.0000
Shipped as Dangerous Good: YES

PACKAGING AND STORAGE
Recommended Packaging: Glass or Plastic
Shelf Life: 60 months from manufacture date
Recommended Storage: Store tightly sealed container in a cool, well-ventilated area.
Additives: None

Last Revised: 05/05/2008