The physical and chemical indexes of US Natural Gamma Undecalactone




US Natural Gamma Undecalactone is widely used in edible flavors and tobacco flavors. It is naturally present in dairy products such as coconut and milk, and is obtained by lactonizing 2-hexylcyclopentanone.

Appearance: colorless to light yellow liquid.
Aroma: strong creamy fat smell, peach-like fragrance. It has a stronger peach aroma than peach aldehyde.
Specific gravity (25/25℃): 0.956-0.961.
Refractive index (20℃): 1.457~1.461.
Boiling point: 152-155°C (1400Pa).
Flash point: 159℃.
Solubility: Slightly soluble in water, soluble in ethanol, propylene glycol and other spices.
Stability: It is stable in acidic medium, but unstable in alkaline medium, and does not cause discoloration.

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