| Chemical Properties | Liquid, fruity odor. Combustible. |
| Chemical Properties | Allyl nonanoate has a characteristic fruital aroma (cognac, pineapple) with sweet, waxy, fruity, wine-like taste. |
| Uses | 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. |
| Preparation | By esterification of nonanoic acid with allyl alcohol in benzene solution in the presence of naphthalene-β-sulfonic acid. |
| Definition | ChEBI: Allyl nonanoate is a fatty acid ester. |
| Taste threshold values | Taste characteristics at 10 ppm: waxy, slightly green with creamy berry and fruity nuance |
| General Description | Clear very slightly yellow liquid with a fruity odor. |
| Air & Water Reactions | Insoluble in water. |
| Reactivity Profile | 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. |
| Health Hazard | 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. |
| Fire Hazard | FEMA 2036 is flammable. |
