References

DMA Code

800097

CAS Number

3658-77-3

FEMA Number

3174

EINECS Number

222-908-8

Characteristics

A furan with the molecular formula C6H8O3, it is found in nature and has a sweet, candy, caramel, sugar, strawberry-like odour.

Product Information

Category Aroma Chemicals

Regional Availability Worldwide

Harvest Period n/a

Natural Status Synthetic

Organoleptic Descriptors sweet, caramel, cotton candy, strawberry, sugar

Common Applications caramel, strawberry, coffee, cotton candy, pineapple, bread, molasses, toffee

Appearance Colourless to pale yellow

Kosher yes

Halal yes

Chemical Properties

Assay n/a

Optical Rotation

Refractive Index @20℃ 1.4300 - 1.4600

Specific Gravity @20℃ 0.999 - 1.150

Flash Point ℃ 99°C

Shelf Life (months) 12

Storage Recommendations Store in cool, dry place in tightly sealed containers, protected from heat and light.