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2-METHYL-4-PENTENOIC ACID

Technical Data Sheet
BRI Product Number: 443
BRI Product Name: 2-METHYL-4-PENTENOIC ACID
CAS Number: 1575-74-2
FEMA Number: 3511
EU FLAVIS Number: 08.059
China GB Number: S1184
Molecular Weight: 114.14
Molecular Formula: C6H10O2


Synonyms:
  • 2-METHYL-4-PENTENOIC ACID,
  • 4-Pentenoic acid, 2-methyl-,
CAS Name: 4-Pentenoic acid, 2-methyl-

APPLICATION INFORMATION
Odor Description: A cheese-like aroma.
Fragrance Use: Used as an enhancer for fruity fragrances.
Recommended Fragrance Use Level: Traces - 1%
Tenacity on Blotter: > 8 hours
Taste Description: Creamy, mouth feel with strawberry jam notes.
Flavor Use: Excellent for adding jammy notes to strawberry flavors. Also can be used for sharp acidic note for apple, pineapple, berries, and other fruits.
Recommended Flavor Use Level: 2 - 20 PPM

SPECIFICATIONS
Minimum Purity: 99.0%
Appearance: colorless to pale yellow liquid
Refractive Index: 1.426 : 1.436 at 20 deg C
Specific Gravity: 0.944 : 0.956 at 25 deg C
Additives: synthetic alpha tocopherol @ 0.10%

TECHNICAL INFORMATION
Flash Point: 200 deg F (CC)
Boiling Point (approx): 194.30 C (EPI 4.0)
Solubility: Slightly soluble in water.
Log P: 1.840
Kosher: YES
Halal: YES
RIFM Monograph: NO
Natural: NO
Nature Identical: NO
Regulatory Status: TSCA AICS CHINA DSL ECL EINECS(216-404-7) ENCS
Export Tariff Code: 2916.19.6000
Shipped as Dangerous Good: YES

PACKAGING AND STORAGE
Recommended Packaging: Glass or Plastic
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: 12/13/2018