CAS No. : 111-12-6
Synonym : Folione - Methyl oct-2-ynoate - Methyl Heptyne Carbonate - 1-Heptin Carboxylic Acid-1-Methyl ester - Methyl 2-Octynoate - 2-Octynoic Acid, Methyl Ester - MHC
Molecular Formula : C9H14O2
Molecular weight : 154.20
Appearance : Clear, colourless to pale yellow liquid
GC Purity : 98.0% minimum
Methyl Heptine Carbonate (MHC) is used in the flavor and fragrance industry. It has a green, vegetable-like odour and is used in a variety of aroma types. MHC flavour has a typical sweet melon character. Methyl heptine carbonate is also utilized as an intermediate for chemical synthesis.
