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Methyl heptine carbonate
CAS Number
111-12-6
EC Number
203-836-6
FEMA Number
FEMA 2729
What is Methyl heptine carbonate?
Methyl heptine carbonate (CAS 111-12-6), also known as Methyl 2-Octynoate and commercially as Folione, is a high-impact aroma chemical used in flavor and fragrance manufacturing.
Where is Methyl heptine carbonate used?
- Fine fragrance and colognes: anchors green, leafy topnotes
- Functional fragrance products: naturalistic freshness
- Confectionery, beverage and savory: violet, orris and green vegetable profiles at very low levels
- Personal care: shampoos, body washes and fabric care
- At trace concentrations it delivers a sharp, violet-leaf and green character.
Good to know: Its potency means small quantities contribute significantly to finished formulations, a key consideration for cost-in-use calculations. FEMA 2729.
Commercial specifications
- High purity levels suited to fragrance and flavor end uses
- Packaging from small laboratory quantities to bulk drums
Other Names (Synonyms)
Methyl 2-Octynoate|Folione|Methyl 2-octynate|2-OCTYNOIC ACID, METHYL ESTER|Vert de violette, artificial|Methyl hept-1-yne-1-carboxylate|Methyl pentylacetylenecarboxylate
What are the physical properties of Methyl heptine carbonate?
Boiling Point 217 °C
Density 0.92 g/mL at 25 °C(lit.)
Flash Point 192 °F
Appearance Colorless liquid; strong violet-type odor. Sol-uble in most fixed oils and mineral oil; soluble infive parts of 70% alcohol. Combustible.
Color Clear Colourless
Odor at 1.00 % in dipropylene glycol. green leafy waxy violet cucumber
Form neat
Vapor Pressure 10.6-13.9Pa at 20-25℃
Refractive Index n 20/D 1.446(lit.)
Log P 3 at 20℃ and pH7
How is Methyl heptine carbonate classified and handled safely? Learn More
Warning
GHS07· Irritant
Hazard Statements
H302 Harmful if swallowed
H317 May cause an allergic skin reaction
Precautionary Statements
P261 Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray.
P264 Wash … thoroughly after handling.
P270 Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product.
P272 Contaminated work clothing should not be allowed out of the workplace.
Which trade and regulatory codes apply to Methyl heptine carbonate?
HS Code 29161900
Storage Class 10 - Combustible liquids
WGK (Germany) 2