Balsam Fir Oil
The volatile oil obtained by steam distillation from needles and twigs of Abies balsamea L., Mill (Fam. Pinaceae).
Functional Use in Foods: Flavoring Agent
CAS # |
8021-28-1 |
Safety Information |
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Health Hazard |
2 |
Fire Hazard |
2 |
Reactivity |
0 |
Test |
Specification |
Assay (as Bornyl Acetate; C12H20O2) | 8.0-16.0% |
Angular Rotation | -19° to -24° |
Refractive Index @ 20°C | 1.473-1.476 |
Specific Gravity | 0.872-0.878 |
Solubility in Alcohol | To pass test |
Shipping Information |
Extract, flavoring, liquid (fir needle oil), 3, UN1197, PG III. Additional UPS-imposed hazardous material charge. |
UPS limit |
70 lb |
Storage Information |
LIGHT SENSITIVE: Keep tightly closed in light-resistant containers. |
Chemical information and descriptions have been provided by Spectrum Chemicals.