δ-Decalactone (Kosher/Halal)

Basic Information of δ-Decalactone

CAS No.:	705-86-2
EC No.:	211-889-1
Linear Formula:	C10H18O2
Molecular Weight:	170.25
Appearance:	Colorless to pale yellow, slightly viscous liquid
Odor:	Powerful, creamy, sweet, fruity (peach, apricot, coconut), buttery
Melting Point:	coconut
Boiling Point:	117-120 °C/0.02 mmHg (lit.)
Density:	0.954 g/mL at 25 °C (lit.)
Solubility:	Insoluble in water; highly soluble in alcohol, oils, and propylene glycol.
Flash Point:	>230 °F
Chemical Structure:

Application Overview

δ-Decalactone is indispensable across the flavor and fragrance industries for its characteristic creamy and fruity notes and excellent fixative properties:

• Dairy and Cream Flavors: It is a core component in the flavor industry to create highly realistic butter, cream, milk fat, and cheese flavors. Its stability makes it ideal for use in margarine, bakery shortenings, and dairy beverage bases.

• Fruit Flavors (Peach, Apricot, Mango): It provides the authentic creamy, fleshy, and cooked fruit nuance essential for realistic peach, apricot, mango, and coconut flavors in confectionery, beverages, and baked goods.

• Fine Fragrances: In perfumery, it is used to introduce a warm, sweet, lactonic, and fruity base note. It blends exceptionally well in oriental, gourmand, and tropical floral accords (e.g., tuberose, tiare), providing richness and fixative qualities.

• Beverage and Confectionery: Used in the formulation of fruit-flavored beverages, candies, and syrups where a long-lasting, sweet, and deep fruit character is required.

• Full Heavy Metal and Mycotoxin Screening: For our flavor-grade materials, we go beyond standard testing to include rigorous screening for trace heavy metals and mycotoxins. This ensures the highest standard of safety and purity, crucial for pharmaceutical and food/beverage manufacturing.

• Dual Kosher/Halal Verification: Our manufacturing process and ingredient sourcing are fully compliant with strict dietary and religious standards, providing certified Kosher and Halal documentation. This ensures your products can access all global consumer segments without friction.