Molecular Formula | C8H16O2 |
Molar Mass | 144.21 |
Density | 0.882g/mLat 25°C(lit.) |
Melting Point | -46.4°C |
Boling Point | 178°C(lit.) |
Flash Point | 140°F |
JECFA Number | 121 |
Refractive Index | n20/D 1.413(lit.) |
Physical and Chemical Properties | Colorless liquid. Pears and apples are fruity, floral, iris and rose, slightly fatty. Boiling point 176.7~178 ℃, or 76~77 ℃(3325Pa), flash point 60 ℃. Soluble in ethanol, soluble in most organic solvents such as ether, insoluble in water. Natural products exist in kumquat skin oil, etc. |
Hazard Symbols | Xi - Irritant |
Risk Codes | R36/38 - Irritating to eyes and skin. R41 - Risk of serious damage to eyes |
Safety Description | S26 - In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical advice. S36/37/39 - Wear suitable protective clothing, gloves and eye/face protection. |
UN IDs | UN 3272 3/PG 3 |
WGK Germany | 2 |
RTECS | LQ8582000 |
FEMA | 2552 | HEPTYL FORMATE |
EPA chemical substance information | information provided by: ofmpeb.epa.gov (external link) |
toxicity | GRAS(FEMA). LD50 25g/kg (rat, oral). |
usage limit | FEMA(mg/kg): non-alcoholic beverage 1.7; Cold beverage 0.87; Candy 3.6; baked Goods 3.3. FDA,§ 172.51 5: limited to the right amount. |
Use | food flavor. |
production method | obtained by boiling together methylamine and n-heptane bromide. Or from the direct esterification of formic acid and heptanol. |