Methyl Cyclopentenolone
Chemical Name: Methyl Cyclopentenolone
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Structural Formula: C6H8O2
Molecular Formula:
Molecular Weight:
Properties: White crystalline powder which has a mutlikearoa with sweet taste.It is soluble in
water,alcohol,glycerol,triacetin and chloroform.
Identification: Complies with F.C.C. test
Melting point: 104-108°C
Arsenic: 0.0003% Max
Heavy Metals(Lead): 0.002% Max
Water: 0.5% Max
Residue on ignition: 0.1% Max
Assay: 99% min
Uses: MCP is a flavor and sweet enhancer.it is used as food perfume.widely used in icecreams,
comfections.,beverages,baked goods,syrups. It can also be used in the preparation of flavor concentrates
with particular application in maple,chocolate,caramel etc. It also application in other products such as tobacca,detergents and cosmetics.
Storage: Store in well-closed containers in cool dry place. Concentrated solutions of MCP maybe color
when stored in metallic containers due to the formation of iron complexes, and therefore, they should
be handled in glass or plastic containers. Where practical, they should be advisable to keep the PH of
solutions slightly acidic with the addition of small amount if citric acid.
Packing: MCP is packed as 25kg foil-lined fibreboard drums with a separate polyliner.
