Iso Butyl Alcohol is a liquid fragrance compound used as a flavoring agent in food ingredients. It is suitable for both vegetarian and vegan diets, providing a mild and slightly sweet aroma. This ingredient is commonly employed in various flavor applications.
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Identification & Functionality

Flavor Ingredient Class
Fragrance Ingredient Class
Ingredient Name
CASE Ingredients Functions
Cosmetic Ingredients Functions
Food Ingredients Functions
CAS Number (EU)
78-83-1
CAS Number (US)
78-83-1
EC Number
201-148-0
FEMA Number
2179
Technologies
Product Families

Features & Benefits

Properties

Physical Form
Appearance
Colorless clear mobile liquid
Typical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Volatile Organic Compounds (isobutyl alcohol)approx. 100%-
Specifications
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Purity99.50 - 100.00area%Gas Liquid Chromatography
Apparent Density (at 20°C)0.801 - 0.804g/mL-
Heavy Metals
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Lead Contentmax. 10ppb
Cadmium Contentmax. 1ppmICP-OES/ICP-MS
Arsenic Contentmax. 3ppm-
Mercury Contentmax. 1ppmICP-OES/ICP-MS

Regulatory & Compliance

Storage & Handling

Shelf Life
730 days
Storage Conditions
  • Keep containers tightly closed in a dry, cool and well-ventilated place.
  • Keep away from heat, sparks, flame and other sources of ignition (i.e., pilot lights, electric motors and static electricity).
  • Keep in properly labeled containers.
  • Do not store near combustible materials.
  • Keep in an area equipped with sprinklers.
  • Store locked up.
  • Keep out of the reach of children