Molecular Formula | C9H16O2 |
Molar Mass | 156.22 |
Density | 0.952g/mLat 25°C(lit.) |
Boling Point | 93-94°C5mm Hg(lit.) |
Flash Point | >230°F |
JECFA Number | 437 |
Vapor Presure | 0.027mmHg at 25°C |
Appearance | clear liquid |
Color | Colorless to Almost colorless |
Refractive Index | n20/D 1.4454(lit.) |
Physical and Chemical Properties | Colorless liquid. It is in the flavor of the wine, such as the aroma of the wine and the flavor of the coumarin, the coconut, the wood, the nut and so on. The boiling point of 93~94 deg C. Solubility in Water <0.1%; Solubility in hexane> 50%. Natural products are found in wine, rum, snow and wine. |
Hazard Symbols | Xi - Irritant |
Risk Codes | 36/37/38 - Irritating to eyes, respiratory system and skin. |
Safety Description | S26 - In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical advice. S36 - Wear suitable protective clothing. S37/39 - Wear suitable gloves and eye/face protection |
WGK Germany | 2 |
FEMA | 3803 | 4-HYDROXY-3-METHYLOCTANOIC ACID LACTONE |
NIST chemical information | Information provided by: webbook.nist.gov (external link) |
EPA chemical information | Information provided by: ofmpub.epa.gov (external link) |
toxicity | GRAS(FEMA). |
usage limit | FEMA(mg/kg): alcohol-free beverage 0.5~3.0; Alcohol-containing beverage, hard candy, 1.0~5.0; Gum sugar 2.0~10. |
use | food spices. Mainly used to prepare coconut, whisky and wood-flavored food flavors. Used as a spice |