Product Description

Productpyruvaldehyde
CAS78-98-8
FormulaC3H4O2
Synonym2-oxopropanal, acetyl formaldehyde, pyruvic aldehyde, Propanal, 2-oxo-

Typical Product Specifications

Density1.178
Appearanceyellow clear viscous liquid
Assay95.00 to 100.00 %
Specific gravity1.04100 to 1.04800 @ 25.00 ยฐC
Boiling Point72.00 ยฐC. @ 760.00 mm Hg
Acid Value10.00 max. KOH/g
Flash Point36.00 ยฐF. TCC
Odor Typecaramellic
OdorSweet, acidic, etherial, brown, with a rummy nuance
TasteSweet, caramellic with a dairy creamy nuance
Additional Assay Informationpolymerizes readly
Pounds/Gallon8.662 to 8.720
Refractive Index1.39900 to 1.40600 @ 20.00 ยฐC
Vapor Pressure120.930000 mm/Hg @ 25.00 ยฐC
logP (o/w)-1.50
Molecular weight72.06
Solubilityalcohol, ether, benzene
Chemical StructureChemical Structure
NotesFEMA# 2969
ClassFlavor and Fragrance Chemical Compounds
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