【CAS】104-61-0
Alias: G-NONALACTONE ;GAMMA-NONALACTONE;GAMMA-NONANOIC LACTONE
Molecular formula: C9H16O2 Relative molecular mass: 156.22
Structural formula:
1.Product Property
Gamma Nonalactone is an organic compound. At room temperature, it is a colorless to pale yellow oily liquid with a coconut aroma. When diluted, it exhibits an almond or peach-like fragrance.
2.
| Parameter | γ-Nonalactone (FEMA 2781) |
| Purity (GC-FID) | ≥98.0% |
| Appearance | Colorless to pale yellow liquid |
| Odor | Coconut, creamy |
| Refractive Index (20°C) | 1.446 – 1.450 |
| Density (20°C) | 0.965 – 0.975 g/cm³ |
| Acid Value | ≤1.0 mg KOH/g |
| Water Content | ≤0.1% |
| Heavy Metals (Pb) | ≤2 ppm |
3.Application scope and Usage
Used as a spice, it is blended with fruits such as peaches, apricots, plums and strawberries to create fruit-flavored fragrance essences, which are used in food and tobacco products; it can also be combined with floral essences like ylang-ylang, jasmine and gardenia, as well as oriental fragrances, for use in cosmetics and soap.
4.Package and Storage
Gamma Nonalactone is packaged in 25kg aluminum drums (filled with nitrogen) with a food-grade inner PE film lining. It should be stored in a dark place at a temperature not exceeding 20℃ in a cool environment. It must be tightly sealed to prevent oxidation. The shelf life is 24 months. After opening, it needs to be filled with nitrogen and used up within 3 months.
