Melonal (Givaudan)
Description
Green, Melon, Cucumber, Powerful. Melonal offers a powerful and unique note. It is effective in all types of fragrances and is invaluable in the creation of natural smelling marine and fruity-melon notes.
General Information
| Alt Name | Melon heptenal |
|---|---|
| Category | Aromatic Compound |
| IUPAC Name | 2,6-dimethylhept-5-enal |
| CAS Number | 106-72-9 |
| Molecular Weight | 140.22 g/mol |
| Canonical SMILES | CC(CCC=C(C)C)C=O |
Organoleptic Properties
| Odor Family | Fruity |
|---|---|
| Odor Strength | 1 2 3 4 5 |
| Odor Description | Clean, Floral, Fresh, Green, Melon, Oily, Ozone, Sweet, Watermelon, Watermelon Rind |
| Usage Level | 0.2% in the fragrance concentrate |
| Substantivity | 4 hours at 100% |
Physical Properties
| Appearance | Pale yellow clear liquid (est) |
|---|---|
| Specific Gravity | 0.839 to 0.85 @ 25 °C. |
| Pounds per Gallon | 6.981 to 7.073 |
| Refractive Index | 1.439 to 1.449 @ 20 °C. |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.622 mmHg @ 25 °C. (est) |
| Vapor Density | >1 ( Air = 1 ) |
| Boiling Point | 80 °C. @ 19 mm Hg |
| Flash Point | 142 °F. TCC ( 61 °C. ) |
| XLogP | 2.5 |
| Acid Value | 5 max. KOH/g |
| Shelf Life | 12 months if stored properly |
| Storage | Store in cool, dry place in tightly sealed containers, protected from heat and light. |
IFRA
| Category | Flavor and fragrance agents |
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Safety Information
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| Hazard Statement | H226 - Flammable liquid and vapour H227 - Combustible liquid H315 - Causes skin irritation H315 + H320 - Causes skin and eye irritation H319 - Causes serious eye irritation H335 - May cause respiratory irritation |
| Precautionary Statement | P210 - Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. No smoking P233 - Keep container tightly closed P240 - Ground/bond container and receiving equipment P241 - Use explosion-proof electrical/ventilating/lighting/…/equipment P242 - Use only non-sparking tools P243 - Take precautionary measures against static discharge P261 - Avoid breathing dust/fumes/gas/mist/vapours/spray P264 - Wash … thoroughly after handling P271 - Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area P280 - Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection P302 + P352 - IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of water/… P303 + P361 + P353 - IF ON SKIN (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/shower P304 + P340 - IF INHALED: Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing P305 + P351 + P338 - IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do – continue rinsing P312 - Call a POISON CENTER/ doctor/…/if you feel unwell P321 - Specific treatment (see … on this label) P332 + P313 - If skin irritation occurs: Get medical advice/attention P337 + P313 - If eye irritation persists get medical advice/attention P353 - Rinse skin with water/shower P362 - Take off contaminated clothing P370 + P378 - In case of fire: Use … to extinguish P403 + P233 - Store in a well ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed P403 + P235 - Store in a well ventilated place. Keep cool P405 - Store locked up P501 - Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local/regional/national/international regulations. |
| R-phrases | R36/37/38 - Irritating to eyes, respiratory system and skin |
| S-phrases | S02 - Keep out of the reach of children 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 |
| Europe Standard Hazard | Xi - Irritant |