Methyl atratate

Methyl atratate Details

Chemical Name: METHYL 2,4-DIHYDROXY-3,6-DIMETHYLBENZOATE

CAS No.: 4707-47-5

Molecular Formula: C10H12O4

Molecular Weight: 196.2

Molecular Structure:

Appearance: White to off-white powder

Methyl atratate Typical Properties

Item	Specification
Specific rotation	+39.5 to +41.5°
State of solution(transmittance)	Clear 98.0% min.
Chloride [cl]	0.020% max.
Ammonium [NH4]	0.02% max.
Sulfate[SO4]	0.020% max
Iron[Fe]	10ppm max.
Heavy metals [Pb]	10ppm max
Arsenic[As2O3]	1ppm max
Other amino acids	Chromatographically not detectable
Loss on drying	0.20% max.
Residue on ignition[sulfated]	0.10% max.
Assay	99.0% min

Methyl atratate Usage

Used as flavors, fragrances, cosmetic raw materials and flavoring agents

Methyl atratate Packaging and Shipping

Packing: 25kg per drum

Methyl atratate Storage

In tightly closed container away from light and source of ignition at 20°C