Gamma-Hexalacton, CAS-Nr .: 695-06-7

Product NameGamma-HexalactoneIUPAC Name5-ethyldihydro-2(3H)-furanoneSynonyms Namesγ-Hexalactone; γ-ethyl-γ-butyrolactone; gamma-CaprolactoneMolecular FormulaC6H10O2Molecular Weight114.15Structural FormulaCAS NO.695-06-7FEMA NO.2556Product descriptionSynthetic aromatic chemical, Used in the chemical, pharmaceutical, agrochemical, fragrance, and flavour industries.Function & ApplicationFragrance Use: Smooth, coumarin-like note lends itself to creamy, vanilla compositions.Flavor Use: Used mostly in beverages, ice cream, candy and tobacco; also an enhancer for maple, almond, cognac, whiskey and coconut flavors.Storage conditionTo be kept in closed container, in a dark, fresh and dry place.Shelf life24 months under perfect package and sealed condition.PackingFluorinated HDPE drum of 1kgs, 5kgs, 10kgs each, or metal drum of 50kgs, 180kgs each.OdorLike sweet,creamy,lactone, herbaceous odorAppearanceColorless to pale yellow liquidRefractive index1.437 1.442 at 20oCSpecific gravity1.020 1.025 at 25oCMinimum Purity, GC98.0%