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General Material Information

Preferred name (Z,E)-phytol
Trivial Name 3,7,11,15-Tetramethyl-2-hexadecen-1-ol
Short Description 3,7,11,15-tetramethylhexadec-2-en-1-ol
Formula C20 H40 O
CAS Number 7541-49-3
Deleted CAS Number 844467-91-0
FEMA Number 4196
FDA UNII Search
Beilstein Number 1726098
MDL MFCD00151280
xLogP3-AA 8.20 (est)
NMR Predictor External link
FDA Patent No longer provide for the use of these seven synthetic flavoring substances
FDA Mainterm 150-86-7 ; PHYTOL
Synonyms
  • hexadec-2-en-1-ol, 3,7,11,15-tetramethyl-
  • cis,trans- phytol
  • (7R,11R)-3,7,11,15-tetramethyl hexadec-2-en-1-ol
  • tetramethyl-2-hexadecen-1-ol
  • (Z,E)-3,7,11,15-tetramethyl-2-hexadecen-1-ol
  • cis,trans-3,7,11,15-tetramethyl-2-hexadecen-1-ol
  • 3,7,11,15-tetramethylhexadec-2-en-1-ol
  • 3,7,11,15-tetramethylhexadec-2-en-1-ol
  • 2-Hexadecen-1-ol, 3,7,11,15-tetramethyl-
  • 3,7,11,15-Tetramethyl-2-hexadecen-1-ol
  • 3,7,11,15-Tetramethyl-2-hexadecene-1-ol

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Other Information

(IUPAC):Atomic Weights of the Elements 2011 (pdf)
Videos:The Periodic Table of Videos
tgsc:Atomic Weights use for this web site
(IUPAC):Periodic Table of the Elements
FDA Substances Added to Food (formerly EAFUS):View
Golm Metabolome Database:Search
KEGG (GenomeNet):C01389
HMDB (The Human Metabolome Database):HMDB02019
FooDB:FDB014472
Export Tariff Code:2905.22.5050
Typical G.C.
VCF-Online:VCF Volatile Compounds in Food
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Wikipedia:View

PhysChem Properties

Material listed in food chemical codex No
Molecular weight 296.53799438477
Specific gravity @ 25 °C
Pounds per Gallon 7.065 to 7.098
Refractive Index 1.462 to 1.466 @ 20 °C
Boiling Point 202 to 204°C @ 10 mm Hg
Boiling Point 130 to 135°C @ 1 mm Hg
Vapor Pressure 8.0E-6 mmHg @ 25 °C
Flash Point TCC Value 110 °C TCC
logP (o/w) 8.23 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.
Solubility
alcohol Yes
dipropylene glycol Yes
water, very slightly Yes
water, 0.00327 mg/L @ 25 °C (est) Yes
water No

Organoleptic Properties

Odor Type: Floral
floral, balsamic, green, jasmin
Odor strength low
Substantivity 168 hour(s) at 100.00 %
Luebke, William tgsc, (2002) At 100.00 %. mild light floral balsam green jasmin
Flavor Type: Balsamic
balsamic, green, metallic, nasturtium, vegetable, waxy
Luebke, William tgsc, (2002) Mild balsamic green metallic nasturtium vegetable waxy

Occurrences

Potential Uses

Applications
Odor purposes Acacia, Apple blossom, Azalea, Bergamot, Bois de rose, Boronia, Bouquet, Carnation, Champaca, Cherry blossom, Chypre, Clematis, Cologne, Coriander, Coronilla, Country meadow, Crabapple blossom, Cyclamen, Daisy, Daphne, Dillenia, Elder flower, Fagonia, Fetes, Floral, Frangipani plumeria, Freesia, Gardenia, Genet, Geranium, Ginger white ginger, Greenhouse, Hawthorn, Heather, Heliotrope, Hibiscus, Ho leaf, Honeysuckle, Hyacinth, Hydrangea, Jasmin, Jonquil, Lilac, Lily, Lily calla lily, Lily ginger lily, Lily of the valley, Linaloe wood, Linden flower, Lotus, Magnolia, Mango flower, Meadowsweet, Mimosa, Mulberry, Myrtle oil replacer, Narcissus, Neroli, Orange blossom, Orchid, Orris, Palmarosa oil replacer, Pansy, Peach blossom, Pear blossom, Peony, Petitgrain, Petitgrain bergamot petitgrain, Petitgrain lemon petitgrain, Petitgrain lime petitgrain, Petitgrain mandarin oil replacer, Petunia, Phlox, Poppy red poppy, Potpourri, Rain, Rose, Rose absolute replacer, Rose d'orient, Rose dog rose, Rose geranium, Rose moss rose, Rose red rose, Rose tea rose, Rose white rose, Saffron, Scented stock, Spring rain, Stephanotis, Sweet pea, Tuberose, Tulip, Violet, Wallflower, Wisteria, Woody bouquet, Ylang ylang, Zdravetz
Flavoring purposes Bergamot, Coriander, Jasmin, Linaloe wood, Mimosa, Mulberry, Orange blossom, Petitgrain bergamot petitgrain, Petitgrain lemon petitgrain, Petitgrain lime petitgrain, Petitgrain mandarin oil replacer, Rose, Violet, Zdravetz
Other purposes Vegetation tropical hothouse vegetation
Cosmetic purposes Fragrance, Perfuming agents, Skin conditioning - emollient

Safety Information

Safety information

Preferred SDS: View
European information :
Most important hazard(s):
None - None found.
S 02 - Keep out of the reach of children.
S 24/25 - Avoid contact with skin and eyes.
S 36 - Wear suitable protective clothing.
Hazards identification
Classification of the substance or mixture
GHS Classification in accordance with 29 CFR 1910 (OSHA HCS)
Skin irritation (Category 2), H315
Eye irritation (Category 2A), H319
Specific target organ toxicity - single exposure (Category 3), Respiratory system, H335
GHS Label elements, including precautionary statements
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Signal word Warning
Hazard statement(s)
H315 - Causes skin irritation
H319 - Causes serious eye irritation
H335 - May cause respiratory irritation
Precautionary statement(s)
P261 - Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray.
P264 - Wash skin thouroughly 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 soap and water.
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 or doctor/physician if you feel unwell.
P332 + P313 - IF SKIN irritation occurs: Get medical advice/attention.
P337 + P313 - IF eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/attention.
P362 - Take off contaminated clothing and wash before reuse.
P403 + P233 - Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed.
P405 - Store locked up.
P501 - Dispose of contents/ container to an approved waste disposal plant.
Oral/Parenteral Toxicity:
oral-rat LD50 > 5000 mg/kg
Dispose of contents/ container to an approved waste disposal plant.

Dermal Toxicity:
skin-rabbit LD50 > 5000 mg/kg
Dispose of contents/ container to an approved waste disposal plant.

Inhalation Toxicity:
Not determined

Safety in use information

Category:
flavor and fragrance agents
RIFM Fragrance Material Safety Assessment: Search
IFRA Code of Practice Notification of the 49th Amendment to the IFRA Code of Practice
Recommendation for (Z,E)-phytol usage levels up to:
10.0000 % 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: 22
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average usual ppmaverage maximum ppm
baked goods: 10.0000050.00000
beverages(nonalcoholic): 5.0000025.00000
beverages(alcoholic): --
breakfast cereal: 5.0000025.00000
cheese: 7.0000035.00000
chewing gum: --
condiments / relishes: 5.0000025.00000
confectionery froastings: 10.0000050.00000
egg products: --
fats / oils: 5.0000025.00000
fish products: 2.0000010.00000
frozen dairy: 7.0000035.00000
fruit ices: 10.0000050.00000
gelatins / puddings: 5.0000025.00000
granulated sugar: --
gravies: 20.00000100.00000
hard candy: --
imitation dairy: 7.0000035.00000
instant coffee / tea: --
jams / jellies: 5.0000025.00000
meat products: 2.0000010.00000
milk products: 7.0000035.00000
nut products: --
other grains: 5.0000025.00000
poultry: 2.0000010.00000
processed fruits: 7.0000035.00000
processed vegetables: --
reconstituted vegetables: --
seasonings / flavors: 5.0000025.00000
snack foods: 10.0000050.00000
soft candy: --
soups: 5.0000025.00000
sugar substitutes: --
sweet sauces: 5.0000025.00000

Safety references

EPI System: View
Chemical Carcinogenesis Research Information System:Search
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EPA Substance Registry Services (TSCA):7541-49-3
EPA ACToR:Toxicology Data
EPA Substance Registry Services (SRS):Registry
Laboratory Chemical Safety Summary :145386
National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases:Data
WGK Germany:3
3,7,11,15-tetramethylhexadec-2-en-1-ol
Chemidplus:0007541493
RTECS:TJ3490000 for cas# 7541-49-3