W243213

Ethyl decanoate

natural, ≥98%, FCC, FG

• Synonym(s): Capric acid ethyl ester, Ethyl caprate
• Linear Formula: CH₃(CH₂)₈COOC₂H₅
• CAS Number: 110-38-3
• Molecular Weight: 200.32
• FEMA Number: 2432
• Beilstein: 1762128
• EC Number: 203-761-9
• Council of Europe no.: 309c
• MDL number: MFCD00009581
• UNSPSC Code: 12164502
• PubChem Substance ID: 24901075
• Flavis number: 9.059
• NACRES: NA.21

Properties

• grade: FG; Halal; Kosher; natural
• Quality Level: 400
• Agency: meets purity specifications of JECFA
• reg. compliance: EU Regulation 1334/2008 & 178/2002; FCC; FDA 21 CFR 117
• vapor density: 6.9 (vs air)
• Assay: ≥98%
• refractive index: n20/D 1.425 (lit.)
• bp: 245 °C (lit.)
• density: 0.864 g/cm³
• application(s): flavors and fragrances
• Documentation: see Safety & Documentation for available documents
• food allergen: no known allergens
• Organoleptic: apple; fruity; waxy; sweet
• SMILES string: CCCCCCCCCC(=O)OCC
• InChI: 1S/C12H24O2/c1-3-5-6-7-8-9-10-11-12(13)14-4-2/h3-11H2,1-2H3
• InChI key: RGXWDWUGBIJHDO-UHFFFAOYSA-N

Description

General description

Ethyl decanoate is an ester of decanoic acid, a product composed of ≥98% pure ethyl decanoate. It is commonly used as an artificial aroma in various applications, including alcoholic drinks, fruit juices, and perfumes, due to its fruity and sweet odor.

Application

Ethyl decanoate is:

• Added to the beer during the brewing process to increase its fruity and sweet aroma and improve its overall sensory properties.
• Found to be a key aroma compound in F. vesca, contributing to its fruity and sweet aroma.

Safety Information

• Storage Class Code: 10 - Combustible liquids
• WGK: WGK 2
• Flash Point(F): 215.6 °F - closed cup
• Flash Point(C): 102 °C - closed cup
• Personal Protective Equipment: dust mask type N95 (US), Eyeshields, Gloves