Chemical Property:
| Molecular Formula | C15H28O2 |
| Molar Mass | 240.38 |
| Density | 0.918g/mL at 25°C(lit.) |
| Melting Point | 34-38°C(lit.) |
| Boiling Point | 137°C 2mm Hg(lit.) |
| Flash Point | >230°F |
| JECFA Number | 239 |
| Water Solubility | Soluble in alcohol, dipropylene glycol. Insoluble in water. |
| Solubility | Soluble in ethanol of 6 volume 80% or 90% of the same volume. |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.085Pa at 25℃ |
| Appearance | White fine, strong crystals (colorless liquid when molten. Solid at room temperature. Low melting point crystals.) |
| Color | White to Off-White Low Melting |
| Merck | 14,3910 |
| BRN | 143710 |
| Storage Condition | Sealed in dry,Room Temperature |
| Refractive Index | 1.4700 |
| MDL | MFCD00039667 |
| Physical and Chemical Properties | Colorless liquid. Melting point > 36 °C, boiling point 280 °C, relative density 0.9447, refractive index 1.4669, soluble in 6 volumes of 80% ethanol or the same volume of 90% ethanol and oily perfume, flash point > 110 °C. There is a fine Musk-like animal aroma, sweet and strong, and powerful. There is considerable diffusion force, long-lasting aroma. |
Introduction
Pentadecalactone, also known as pentadecanolide, is an organic compound.Properties:1. Pentadecalactone is a colorless to pale yellow liquid with a distinctive sweet aroma at room temperature.2. It is insoluble in water but soluble in many organic solvents such as ethanol, ether, and hydrocarbon solvents.Preparation:Pentadecalactone can be prepared through an esterification reaction. A common method is to esterify caprolactone with hexanol in the presence of an acidic catalyst to produce pentadecalactone.Safety Information:1. Pentadecalactone is generally safe to use, but proper usage methods should still be followed.2. During handling, avoid contact with eyes and skin. If contact occurs, rinse immediately with plenty of water.3. Store in a dry, cool place, away from fire and oxidizers.
