【CAS】3301-94-8
Alias: 5-HYDROXYNONANOIC ACID, LACTONE;5-NONANOLIDE
Molecular formula: C9H16O2 Relative molecular mass: 156.22
Structural formula:
1.Product Property
Delta Nonalactone is an organic compound. At room temperature, this substance is a colorless to pale yellow liquid, with a sweet aroma of nuts, cream and coconut. It is naturally present in asparagus, milk, meat and alcoholic beverages.
2.
| Parameter | Specification |
| Purity (GC-FID) | ≥96.0% |
| Appearance | Colorless to pale yellow liquid |
| Odor | Creamy, coconut, milky |
| Refractive Index (20°C) | 1.452 – 1.456 |
| Density (20°C) | 0.950 – 0.960 g/cm³ |
| Acid Value | ≤1.5 mg KOH/g |
| Water Content | ≤0.2% |
| Heavy Metals (Pb) | ≤3 ppm |
3.Application scope and Usage
Delta Nonalactone is mainly used to blend cream, coconut, and milk fat flavors. It is specifically applied to high-end dairy products (butter, cheese), desserts (mousse, pudding), chocolate (white chocolate), and alcoholic beverages (cream liqueur).
4.Package and Storage
Delta Nonalactone is packaged in 5kg stainless steel vacuum tanks or brown glass bottles (filled with nitrogen) with a food-grade inner lining of inert film. It should be stored under strict 2-8℃ cold chain conditions in a dark place. After opening, it needs to be immediately filled with nitrogen and used up within 2 weeks. The shelf life is 12 months (unopened).
