Description

Fema 2368 CAS NO 5454-09-1 is a high-purity chemical compound, specifically identified as 4-(p-Hydroxyphenyl)-2-butanone, valued for its unique aromatic properties. This compound is essential for creating sophisticated flavor and fragrance profiles, offering a sweet, fruity, and slightly balsamic note reminiscent of raspberry. It is a critical ingredient for manufacturers in the flavor and fragrance, food and beverage, and cosmetic industries seeking to enhance product sensory appeal and quality.

Application

• Flavor & Fragrance Formulation: Primary use as a key aromatic component in creating sweet, fruity, and berry-like flavors and fragrances.
• Food & Beverage Industry: Used as a flavoring agent in products such as candies, desserts, dairy products, and beverages to impart a natural raspberry or general fruity character.
• Cosmetics & Personal Care: Incorporated into perfumes, lotions, soaps, and other scented products for its pleasant and stable olfactory profile.
• Aroma Chemicals & Intermediates: Serves as a valuable intermediate or building block in the synthesis of more complex aroma molecules.
• Pharmaceutical Flavoring: Employed to mask unpleasant tastes in oral medications, syrups, and chewable tablets.

Basic Information

Product Name	Fema 2368 CAS NO 5454-09-1
CAS No.	5454-09-1
Molecular Formula	C10H12O2
Molecular Weight	164.20 g/mol
Synonyms	4-(4-Hydroxyphenyl)-2-butanone; p-Hydroxybenzylacetone; Raspberry Ketone; Frambinone; Rheosmin; Oxyphenylon; 4-(p-Hydroxyphenyl)-2-butanone; FEMA 2588
EINECS	226-696-6

Quality Control

Our Fema 2368 is produced and tested under a stringent quality management system to ensure it meets the high standards required for flavor and fragrance applications. We adhere to relevant industry guidelines, including FEMA GRAS and FCC specifications where applicable. Each batch is accompanied by a comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles, ensuring traceability and consistency for our global B2B clients.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This product is easily oxidized and should be stored under an inert atmosphere for long-term stability. Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flames.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to standard
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	82°C - 86°C
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.