Product Description

Productmelon heptenal
CAS106-72-9
FormulaC9H16O
Synonym2,6-Dimethyl-5-Heptanal, Melon Aldehyde, 2,6-dimethyl-5-hepten-1-al, 2,6-dimethylhept-5-enal, dimethyl eptanal, 5-Heptenal, 2,6-dimethyl-

Typical Product Specifications

Density0.852-0.858
Refractive Index1.43900 to 1.44900 @ 20.00 ยฐC
Boiling Point80.00 ยฐC. @ 19.00 mm Hg
Acid Value5.00 max. KOH/g
OdorGreen, sweet, oily, melon watermelon rind-like, with a floral nuance
TasteGreen, melon watermelon-rind, cucumber, with a waxy, chemical and floral nuance
Appearancepale yellow clear liquid
Storagestore under nitrogen
Pounds/Gallon6.981 to 7.073
Vapor Pressure0.622000 mm/Hg @ 25.00 ยฐC
Storagestore in cool, dry place in tightly sealed containers, protected from heat and light.
Assay85.00 to 100.00 %
Specific gravity0.83900 to 0.85000 @ 25.00 ยฐC
Boiling Point116.00 to 124.00 ยฐC. @ 100.00 mm Hg
Vapor Density>1
Flash Point141.00 ยฐF. TCC
logP (o/w)3.00
Shelf Life12.00 month(s) or longer if stored properly
Odor Typemelon
Molecular weight140.23
Solubility2 parts 70 alcohol
Notes

FEMA# 2389

ClassFlavor and Fragrance Chemical Compounds
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