Preferred name | 2-methyl undecanal (aldehyde C-12 mna) |
Trivial Name | 2-Methylundecanal |
Short Description | 2-methylundecanal |
Formula | C12 H24 O |
CAS Number | 110-41-8 |
Deleted CAS Number | 135026-96-9 |
FEMA Number | 2749 |
Flavis Number | 5.077 |
ECHA Number | 203-765-0 |
FDA UNII | S94QNS2VY5 |
Nikkaji Number | J127.230F |
Beilstein Number | 1758291 |
MDL | MFCD00006990 |
COE Number | 2010 |
xLogP3-AA | 4.90 (est) |
NMR Predictor | External link |
JECFA Food Flavoring | 275 2-methylundecanal |
FDA Patent | No longer provide for the use of these seven synthetic flavoring substances |
FDA Mainterm | 110-41-8 ; 2-METHYLUNDECANAL |
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Canada Domestic Sub. List: | 110-41-8 |
Pubchem (cid): | 61031 |
Pubchem (sid): | 135018442 |
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(IUPAC): | Atomic Weights of the Elements 2011 (pdf) |
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(IUPAC): | Periodic Table of the Elements |
FDA Substances Added to Food (formerly EAFUS): | View |
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HMDB (The Human Metabolome Database): | HMDB31734 |
FooDB: | FDB008401 |
Export Tariff Code: | 2912.30.0000 |
VCF-Online: | VCF Volatile Compounds in Food |
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Material listed in food chemical codex | Yes |
Molecular weight | 184.32247924805 |
Specific gravity | @ 25 °C |
Pounds per Gallon | 6.84 to 6.906 |
Specific gravity | @ 20 °C |
Pounds per Gallon | 6.856 to 6.923 |
Refractive Index | 1.43 to 1.436 @ 20 °C |
Acid Value | 2 max KOH/g |
Vapor Pressure | 1.428 mmHg @ 25 °C |
Vapor Density | 1 |
Flash Point TCC Value | 93.33 °C TCC |
logP (o/w) | 4.834 est |
Shelf life | 12 months (or longer if stored properly.) |
Storage notes | Store in cool, dry place in tightly sealed containers, protected from heat and light. store under nitrogen. |
Solubility | |
alcohol | Yes |
dipropylene glycol | Yes |
fixed oils | Yes |
paraffin oil | Yes |
water, 5.372 mg/L @ 25 °C (est) | Yes |
water | No |
glycerin | No |
Stability | |
alkalis | Unspecified |
amines | Unspecified |
ammonia | Unspecified |
antiperspirant | Unspecified |
cream | Unspecified |
deodorant spray | Unspecified |
detergent powder | Unspecified |
hair spray | Unspecified |
household product | Unspecified |
non-discoloring in most media | Unspecified |
shampoo | Unspecified |
soap | Unspecified |
talcum powder | Unspecified |
Odor Type: Aldehydic | |
fresh, amber, aldehydic, mossy, citrus, tuberose, metallic, waxy, coumarinic, gassy | |
Odor strength | high , recommend smelling in a 1.00 % solution or less |
Substantivity | 388 hour(s) at 100.00 % |
Luebke, William tgsc, (1984) | At 1.00 % in dipropylene glycol. fresh amber aldehydic moss citrus tuberose metallic waxy coumarinic |
Mosciano, Gerard P&F 19, No. 2, 55, (1994) | Gassy, diffusive, metallic, waxy, with coumarin and citrus nuances |
Flavor Type: Waxy | |
waxy, fatty, metallic, citrus | |
Mosciano, Gerard P&F 19, No. 2, 55, (1994) | At 2.00 ppm. Waxy, fatty, metallic, with citrus nuances |
An interesting topnote for fruit flavors such as peach and apricot. | Waxy fatty |
General comment | Waxy fatty metallic citrus |
(data available) |
Applications | |
Odor purposes | Acacia , Aldehydic , Amber , Apricot , Bergamot , Cedar , Christmas , Chypre , Citrus , Coconut , Cologne , Cyclamen , Fir balsam , Fir needle oil replacer , Gardenia , Hay new mown hay , Herbal , Honey , Honeysuckle , Incense , Jasmin , Leather russian leather , Lemon , Linden flower , Mandarin , Moss , Musk , Myrrh , Orange , Orange blossom , Orchid , Peach , Sandalwood , Spring rain , Sweet pea , Tonka bean , Tuberose , Violet , Woody , Zibeline |
Other purposes | Aimant , Amour-amour , Arpege , Chanel #5 , Cinq fleurs forvil , Fir , My sin , Pompeia , Rive gauche , Rochas , Scandal , Tide , White linen |
Cosmetic purposes | Perfuming agents |
European information : | |
Most important hazard(s): | |
N - Dangerous for the environment. | |
R 52/53 - Harmful to qauatic organisms, may cause long-term adverse effects in the aquatic environment. S 02 - Keep out of the reach of children. S 26 - In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical advice. S 36 - Wear suitable protective clothing. S 61 - Avoid release to the environment. Refer to special instructions/safety data sheet. | |
Hazards identification | |
Classification of the substance or mixture | |
GHS Classification in accordance with 29 CFR 1910 (OSHA HCS) | |
Skin irritation (Category 2), H315 Skin sensitisation (Category 1), H317 Eye irritation (Category 2A), H319 Chronic aquatic toxicity (Category 3), H412 | |
GHS Label elements, including precautionary statements | |
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Signal word | Warning |
Hazard statement(s) | |
H315 - Causes skin irritation H317 - May cause an allergic skin reaction H319 - Causes serious eye irritation H330 - Fatal if inhaled H412 - Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects | |
Precautionary statement(s) | |
P261 - Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray. P264 - Wash skin thouroughly after handling. P272 - Contaminated work clothing should not be allowed out of the workplace. P273 - Avoid release to the environment. P280 - Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection. P302 + P352 - IF ON SKIN: wash with plenty of soap and water. P305 + P351 + P338 - IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. P333 + P313 - IF SKIN irritation or rash occurs: Get medical advice/attention. P337 + P313 - IF eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/attention. P362 - Take off contaminated clothing and wash before reuse. P501 - Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local/regional/national/international regulations. | |
Human Experience: | |
4 % solution: no irritation or sensitization. | |
Oral/Parenteral Toxicity: | |
oral-rat LD50 > 5000 mg/kg Food and Cosmetics Toxicology. Vol. 11, Pg. 485, 1973. | |
Dermal Toxicity: | |
skin-rabbit LD50 > 10000 mg/kg Food and Cosmetics Toxicology. Vol. 11, Pg. 485, 1973. | |
Inhalation Toxicity: | |
Not determined |
Category: | |||
flavor and fragrance agents | |||
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IFRA Code of Practice Notification of the 49th Amendment to the IFRA Code of Practice | |||
Recommendation for 2-methyl undecanal (aldehyde C-12 mna) usage levels up to: | |||
2.0000 % in the fragrance concentrate. | |||
Use levels for FEMA GRAS flavoring substances on which the FEMA Expert Panel based its judgments that the substances are generally recognized as safe (GRAS). | |||
The Expert Panel also publishes separate extensive reviews of scientific information on all FEMA GRAS flavoring substances and can be found at FEMA Flavor Ingredient Library | |||
publication number: 3 | |||
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average usual ppm | average maximum ppm | ||
baked goods: | - | 1.30000 | |
beverages(nonalcoholic): | - | 0.31000 | |
beverages(alcoholic): | - | - | |
breakfast cereal: | - | - | |
cheese: | - | - | |
chewing gum: | - | 0.20000 | |
condiments / relishes: | - | - | |
confectionery froastings: | - | - | |
egg products: | - | - | |
fats / oils: | - | - | |
fish products: | - | - | |
frozen dairy: | - | 0.11000 | |
fruit ices: | - | 0.11000 | |
gelatins / puddings: | 0.50000 | 2.50000 | |
granulated sugar: | - | - | |
gravies: | - | - | |
hard candy: | - | 0.94000 | |
imitation dairy: | - | - | |
instant coffee / tea: | - | - | |
jams / jellies: | - | 0.33000 | |
meat products: | - | - | |
milk products: | - | - | |
nut products: | - | - | |
other grains: | - | - | |
poultry: | - | - | |
processed fruits: | - | - | |
processed vegetables: | - | - | |
reconstituted vegetables: | - | - | |
seasonings / flavors: | - | - | |
snack foods: | - | - | |
soft candy: | - | - | |
soups: | - | - | |
sugar substitutes: | - | - | |
sweet sauces: | - | - |
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