ETHYL 2-METHYL-4-PENTENOATE

Technical Data Sheet
BRI Product Number:	436
BRI Product Name:	ETHYL 2-METHYL-4-PENTENOATE
CAS Number:	53399-81-8
FEMA Number:	3489
EU FLAVIS Number:	09.527
China GB Number:	S1199
Molecular Weight:	142.19
Molecular Formula:	C8H14O2
Synonyms:	4-Pentenoic acid, 2-methyl-, ethyl ester, ETHYL 2-METHYL-4-PENTENOATE,
CAS Name:	4-Pentenoic acid, 2-methyl-, ethyl ester
APPLICATION INFORMATION
Odor Description:	Fruity, pear, apple, pineapple, ethereal
Fragrance Use:	Top note in fruity tropical applications.
Recommended Fragrance Use Level:	traces to 1.0%
Tenacity on Blotter:	> 1 hour
Taste Description:	Sweet, fresh fruity strawberry, apple notes.
Flavor Use:	Excellent for fruits and berries, especially apple, strawberry, and pineapple.
Recommended Flavor Use Level:	1 - 20 PPM
SPECIFICATIONS
Minimum Purity:	98.0%
Appearance:	colorless liquid
Refractive Index:	1.412 : 1.419 at 20 deg C
Specific Gravity:	0.880 : 0.886 at 25 deg C
Additives:	synthetic alpha tocopherol @ 0.10%
TECHNICAL INFORMATION
Flash Point:	108 deg F (CC)
Boiling Point (approx):	155.46 C (EPI 4.0)
Solubility:	Insoluble in water; soluble in alcohol.
Log P:	2.620
Kosher:	YES
Halal:	YES
RIFM Monograph:	YES
Natural:	NO
Nature Identical:	NO
Regulatory Status:	TSCA AICS CHINA NDSL ECL EINECS(258-520-0) PICCS
Export Tariff Code:	2916.19.6000
Shipped as Dangerous Good:	YES WHEN SHIPPED VIA AIR/OCEAN
PACKAGING AND STORAGE
Recommended Packaging:	Glass, Plastic, Aluminum or Phenolic Lined Steel
Shelf Life:	48 months from manufacture date(when stored as recommended)
Recommended Storage:	Store tightly sealed under inert gas in a cool, well-ventilated area.
Note:	BRI’s Products are not for use in tobacco products, e cigarettes, or any other nicotine delivery devices; nor for use in non-tobacco delivery mechanisms such as vaping devices.
Last Revised:	07/02/2025