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Product Information


BRI Product Number: 881
BRI Product Name: CAPRYLIC ACID (NATURAL)
CAS Number: 124-07-2
FEMA Number: 2799
Council Of Europe Number: 10
Molecular Weight: 144.17
Molecular Formula: C8H16O2   Structure
Synonyms: CAPRYLIC ACID (NATURAL)
Octanoic acid
CAS Name: Octanoic acid

APPLICATION INFORMATION
Odor Description: A fatty, oily odor.
Fragrance Use: Can be used in buttery or dairy-type applications.
Flavor Use: Used in butter, honey and cheese flavors.
Recommended Use Level: 1%

SPECIFICATIONSChromatograph
Minimum Purity: 98.0%
Appearance: light yellow liquid
Refractive Index: 1.427 : 1.430 at 20 deg C
Specific Gravity: 0.907 : 0.911 at 25 deg C

TECHNICAL INFORMATION MSDS
Flash Point: 230 deg F (CC)
Boiling Point (approx): 100C @ 4 mm Hg
Melting Point: 16-17 deg C
Solubility: Almost insoluble in water.
Kosher: YES   Certificate
Halal: YES   Certificate
Regulatory Status: TSCA AICS CHINA DSL ECL EINECS(204-677-5) 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