References

DMA Code

800145

CAS Number

698-76-0

FEMA Number

3214

EINECS Number

211-820-5

Characteristics

A lactone with the molecular formula C8H14O2, it is found in nature and has a sweet, fatty, tropical, dairy, coconut-like odour.

Product Information

Category Aroma Chemicals

Regional Availability Worldwide

Harvest Period n/a

Natural Status Synthetic

Organoleptic Descriptors sweet, Fatty, dairy, coconut, tonka, tropical

Common Applications apple, butter, cheese, coconut, cream, mango, peach, tropical, vanilla, nut

Appearance Colourless to pale yellow

Kosher yes

Halal yes

Chemical Properties

Assay min 98%

Optical Rotation n/a

Refractive Index @20℃ 1.4520 - 1.4580

Specific Gravity @20℃ 0.997 - 1.002

Flash Point ℃ 110°C

Shelf Life (months) 12

Storage Recommendations Sealed containers in a cool dark place. Check quality before use.