Allyl nonanoate has a characteristic fruital aroma (cognac, pineapple) with sweet, waxy, fruity, wine-like taste.
Liquid, fruity odor. Combustible.
Allyl Nonanoate is a synthetic flavoring agent that is a stable, color-
less to light yellow liquid of fruity-cognac odor. it should be stored
in glass or tin containers. it is used in fruit flavors like melon and
pineapple for application in candy, ice cream, and beverages at
0.70–5 ppm.
By esterification of nonanoic acid with allyl alcohol in benzene solution in the presence of naphthalene-β-sulfonic acid.
ChEBI: Allyl nonanoate is a fatty acid ester.
Taste characteristics at 10 ppm: waxy, slightly green with creamy berry and fruity nuance
Clear very slightly yellow liquid with a fruity odor.
FEMA 2036 may react vigorously with strong oxidizing agents. Can react exothermically with reducing agents (such as alkali metals and hydrides) to release gaseous hydrogen. May react exothermically with both acids and bases.
Inhalation or contact with material may irritate or burn skin and eyes. Fire may produce irritating, corrosive and/or toxic gases. Vapors may cause dizziness or suffocation. Runoff from fire control or dilution water may cause pollution.
