CAPROIC ACID FCC NON-KOSHER

Appearance

White crystalline solid or colorless to light yellow liquid with unpleasant odor

Function

Found in animal fats and oils or synthesized and used in the manufacture of pharmaceuticals and flavorings. Caproic, caprylic, and capric acids (capric is a crystal- or wax-like substance, whereas the other two are mobile liquids) are not only used for the formation of esters, but also commonly used "neat" in: butter, milk, cream, strawberry, bread, beer, nut, and other flavors.

Synonyms

Caproic Acid FCC Non-Kosher; Hexanoic Acid; Palmac 99-06; Unifat 6NK; n-Caproic acid (Hexanoic acid);Hexanoic Acid

Storage

Keep container tightly closed in a dry and well-ventilated place. Store in fatty acids resistant containers.

Packages

36 lb. Blue TH Pail
180 kg. Drum
185 kg. Steel Drum
1 lb. Bulk

Industries

Food & bev.
pharmaceuticals

Product Classes

Fatty acids
flavors
nutritional supplements
acidulants
oils
emollient & esters

Other

Origin: Synthetic
Shelf life: 1 year from mfg. date
Freight Classification: NMFC 48580 SUB 3 CLASS 55
Kosher Status: Not Kosher
Flash Point: 220 øF
Melting Point: -4 øC
API: NO
Allergen: NO
Hazmat: YES
Molecular Weight: 144.21 g/mol