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Product Information


BRI Product Number: 981
BRI Product Name: para-METHOXY CINNAMIC ALDEHYDE (PMCA)
CAS Number: 1963-36-6
FEMA Number: 3567
Council Of Europe Number: 11919
Molecular Weight: 162.18
Molecular Formula: C10H10O2   Structure
Synonyms: 2-Propenal, 3-(4-methoxyphenyl)-
3-(4-Methoxyphenyl)-2-propenal
3-(4-Methoxyphenyl)acrylaldehyde
4-Methoxycinnamaldehyde
p-Methoxycinnamaldehyde
para-METHOXY CINNAMIC ALDEHYDE (PMCA)
CAS Name: 2-Propenal, 3-(4-methoxyphenyl)-

APPLICATION INFORMATION
Odor Description: A pleasant cinnamon note that is not overpowering.
Fragrance Use: Widely used in spice fragrances.
Flavor Use: Adds a sweet, cinnamon note to many applications such as spice blends and oral hygiene flavors.
Recommended Use Level: 3%

SPECIFICATIONSChromatograph
Minimum Purity: 98.0%
Appearance: yellow crystalline solid

TECHNICAL INFORMATION MSDS
Flash Point: 230 deg F (CC)
Boiling Point (approx): 130C @ 0.1 mm Hg
Melting Point: 55-60 deg C
Solubility: Insoluble in water; soluble in alcohol.
Kosher: YES   Certificate
Halal: YES   Certificate
Regulatory Status: TSCA AICS DSL EINECS(217-807-0) ENCS PICCS
RIFM Monograph: YES
Natural: NO
Nature Identical: YES
Export Tariff Code: 2912.49.0000
Shipped as Dangerous Good: NO

PACKAGING AND STORAGE
Recommended Packaging: Glass, Plastic, Aluminum or Steel
Shelf Life: 84 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: 09/17/2008