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W255602

γ-Hexalactone

≥98%, FCC, FG

Synonym(s):

γ-Caprolactone, γ-Ethyl-γ-butyrolactone

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Empirical Formula (Hill Notation):
C6H10O2
CAS Number:
695-06-7
Molecular Weight:
114.14
FEMA Number:
2556
Council of Europe no.:
2254
UNSPSC Code:
12164502
PubChem Substance ID:
24901142
Flavis number:
10.021
EC Number:
211-778-8
NACRES:
NA.21
MDL number:
MFCD00005401
Beilstein/REAXYS Number:
6114822
Organoleptic:
coconut; coumarin; creamy; sweet
Grade:
FG, Fragrance grade, Halal, Kosher
Biological source:
synthetic
Agency:
follows IFRA guidelines, meets purity specifications of JECFA
Food allergen:
no known allergens
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biological source

synthetic

Quality Level

300, 400

grade

FG, Fragrance grade, Halal, Kosher

agency

follows IFRA guidelines, meets purity specifications of JECFA

reg. compliance

EU Regulation 1223/2009, EU Regulation 1334/2008 & 178/2002, FCC, FDA 21 CFR 117, FDA 21 CFR 172.515

assay

≥98%

refractive index

n20/D 1.439 (lit.)

bp

219 °C (lit.)

density

1.023 g/mL at 25 °C (lit.)

application(s)

flavors and fragrances

documentation

see Safety & Documentation for available documents

food allergen

no known allergens

fragrance allergen

no known allergens

organoleptic

coconut; coumarin; creamy; sweet

SMILES string

CCC1CCC(=O)O1

InChI

1S/C6H10O2/c1-2-5-3-4-6(7)8-5/h5H,2-4H2,1H3

InChI key

JBFHTYHTHYHCDJ-UHFFFAOYSA-N

Gene Information

human ... CYP1A2(1544)

Application


  • RIFM fragrance ingredient safety assessment, γ-hexalactone, CAS Registry Number 695-06-7.: This article provides a comprehensive safety assessment of γ-Hexalactone, a key fragrance ingredient, supporting its safe use under current practices and concentration levels in consumer products (Api et al., 2022).

  • Production of Hydroxy Fatty Acids, Precursors of γ-Hexalactone, Contributes to the Characteristic Sweet Aroma of Beef.: This study highlights the biochemical pathways involved in the formation of γ-Hexalactone through the production of hydroxy fatty acids, significantly impacting the flavor profile of beef (Ueda et al., 2022).

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GHS07

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Warning

hcodes

H319

Hazard Classifications

Eye Irrit. 2

Storage Class

10 - Combustible liquids

wgk

WGK 2

flash_point_f

208.4 °F - closed cup

flash_point_c

98 °C - closed cup

ppe

Eyeshields, Gloves, type ABEK (EN14387) respirator filter

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Olga Khersonsky et al.
Biochemistry, 44(16), 6371-6382 (2005-04-20)
PON1 is the best-studied member of a family of enzymes called serum paraoxonases, or PONs, identified in mammals (including humans) and other vertebrates as well as in invertebrates. PONs exhibit a range of important activities, including drug metabolism and detoxification
H Thoma et al.
Journal of chromatography, 309(1), 17-32 (1984-07-13)
A two-step ultrafiltration method combined with anion-exchange chromatography is described for the separation of lipophilic and strongly lipophobic acids occurring in human blood, serum and plasma. After treatment with diazomethane, the acid fractions are separated further by gas chromatography. The
Profile of volatile metabolites in human urine.
A Zlatkis et al.
Clinical chemistry, 17(7), 592-594 (1971-07-01)
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SKUGTIN
W255602-100G-K04061834404378
W255602-1KG-K04061837806827
W255602-10KG-K04061834396703
W255602-SAMPLE-K04061834404385