Aldehyde C10

Description

Aldehyde C10 · CAS 112-31-2 · C10H20O. UNII 31Z90Q7KQJ. Boiling Point: 404 to 410 °F at 760 mmHg (USCG, 1999); Boiling Point: 212 °C; Boiling Point: 209 °C.

Identification

Computed Descriptors

Physical & Chemical Properties

Physical description & handling notes

• Decaldehyde is a colorless to light yellow liquid with a pleasant odor. Floats on water. Freezing point is 64 °F. (USCG, 1999)
• Liquid; Dry Powder; Liquid; CBI
• Colorless to light yellow liquid with an odor of citrus; [HSDB] Colorless liquid; [MSDSonline]
• Liquid
• colourless to light yellow liquid/fatty, floral-orange odour on dilution
• Colorless to light-yellow liquid

Regulatory Status

GHS Hazard Classification

Documented Uses

• Used in flavors, fragrances, and to make synthetic citrus oils; [HSDB]
• Decanal is used in low concentrations in blossom fragrances (especially to create citrus nuances) and in the production of artificial citrus oils.
• Decaldehyde is a synthetic flavoring substance and adjuvant permitted for direct addition to food for human consumption.
• Table: Reported uses (ppm): (Flavor and Extract Manufacturers' Association, 1994) [Table#987]
• Naturally produced by the body (endogenous).
• Flavouring Agent -> FLAVOURING_AGENT -> JECFA Functional Classes

Synonyms

Decanal; Decyl aldehyde; 112-31-2; Capraldehyde; Caprinaldehyde; Decanaldehyde; Capric aldehyde; 1-Decanal; n-Decanal; n-Decyl aldehyde; DECALDEHYDE; n-Decaldehyde; 1-Decyl aldehyde; Aldehyde C10; C-10 aldehyde; Decylic aldehyde

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the CAS number and molecular formula of Aldehyde C10?

CAS 112-31-2; molecular formula C10H20O; molecular weight — g/mol.

What other names is Aldehyde C10 known by?

Decanal, Decyl aldehyde, 112-31-2, Capraldehyde, Caprinaldehyde, Decanaldehyde.

What is the regulatory status of Aldehyde C10?

Documented regulatory listings: EU Flavoring substances; FDA Substance added to food: FLAVORING AGENT OR ADJUVANT; Flavoring Agents.

Is Aldehyde C10 classified as hazardous?

2.8% of GHS notifications report no hazard classification (66 of 2367).

What are the key physical properties of Aldehyde C10?

Boiling Point: 404 to 410 °F at 760 mmHg (USCG, 1999); Boiling Point: 212 °C; Boiling Point: 209 °C; Boiling Point: 208.5 °C @760 [mm Hg].

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