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5-Methyl-2-phenyl-2-hexenal

≥96%, FG

Synonym(s):

cocoa hexenal

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About This Item

Linear Formula:
(CH3)2CHCH2CH=C(C6H5)CHO
CAS Number:
21834-92-4
Molecular Weight:
188.27
FEMA Number:
3199
Council of Europe no.:
10365
UNSPSC Code:
12164502
PubChem Substance ID:
24901547
Flavis number:
5.099
EC Number:
244-602-3
NACRES:
NA.21
MDL number:
MFCD00036615
Organoleptic:
bitter; chocolate; cocoa
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 Segment

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

vapor density

>1 (vs air)

assay

≥96%

refractive index

n20/D 1.534 (lit.)

density

0.973 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

bitter; chocolate; cocoa

SMILES string

[H]C(C(C1=CC=CC=C1)=CCC(C)C)=O

InChI

1S/C13H16O/c1-11(2)8-9-13(10-14)12-6-4-3-5-7-12/h3-7,9-11H,8H2,1-2H3

InChI key

YURDCJXYOLERLO-UHFFFAOYSA-N

Application

  • Characterization of aroma active volatile components in roasted mullet roe.: This study identifies 5-Methyl-2-phenyl-2-hexenal as a key component contributing to the distinctive aroma profile of roasted mullet roe. This research provides insights into flavor science and the role of volatile compounds in food aroma, helping enhance product development in the food industry (Fang M et al., 2022).

  • A 90-day subchronic toxicity study of 5-methyl-2-phenyl-2-hexenal in F344 rats.: This toxicological evaluation assesses the safety of 5-Methyl-2-phenyl-2-hexenal, providing essential data for its use in various consumer products. Understanding its toxicological profile helps ensure safety in its application, crucial for regulatory approval and consumer safety (Ogawa K et al., 2021).

  • 5-Methyl-2-phenyl-2-hexenal in the scent gland secretion of male cave crickets, Troglophilus cavicola and T. neglectus (Ensifera: Rhaphidophoridae).: Describes the presence of 5-Methyl-2-phenyl-2-hexenal in the scent glands of cave crickets, suggesting its role in chemical communication and possibly in mating behavior. Such studies enhance our understanding of animal behavior and pheromone-based communication systems (Leis HJ et al., 1998).

pictograms

Exclamation mark
GHS07

signalword

Warning

Hazard Classifications

Eye Irrit. 2 - Skin Irrit. 2 - Skin Sens. 1

Storage Class

10 - Combustible liquids

flash_point_f

235.4 °F - closed cup

flash_point_c

113 °C - closed cup

ppe

Eyeshields, Gloves, type ABEK (EN14387) respirator filter

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