W255602

γ-Hexalactone

≥98%, FCC, FG

• Synonym(s): γ-Caprolactone, γ-Ethyl-γ-butyrolactone
• Empirical Formula (Hill Notation): C₆H₁₀O₂
• CAS Number: 695-06-7
• Molecular Weight: 114.14
• FEMA Number: 2556
• Beilstein: 6114822
• EC Number: 211-778-8
• Council of Europe no.: 2254
• MDL number: MFCD00005401
• UNSPSC Code: 12164502
• PubChem Substance ID: 24901142
• Flavis number: 10.021
• NACRES: NA.21

Properties

• biological source: synthetic
• Quality Level: 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)

Description

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).

Safety Information

• Pictograms: GHS07
• Signal Word: Warning
• Hazard Statements: H319
• Precautionary Statements: P264 - P280 - P305 + P351 + P338 - P337 + P313
• Hazard Classifications: Eye Irrit. 2
• Storage Class Code: 10 - Combustible liquids
• WGK: WGK 2
• Flash Point(F): 208.4 °F - closed cup
• Flash Point(C): 98 °C - closed cup
• Personal Protective Equipment: dust mask type N95 (US), Eyeshields, Gloves