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Chemical available in other sizes
Please inquire size and price
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Stock availability
In Stock
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Cas number
1222-05-5
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Chemical s molecular weight
258.4
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Chemical s main applications
Galaxolide is a polycyclic musk (PCM) used as a fragrance ingredient in perfumes, soaps, cosmetics and detergents. It is increasingly found in the Great Lakes. An assessment by Green-Screen for Safer Chemicals indicates that it is toxic to aquatic life. This compound is a contaminant of emerging concern (CECs).
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Chemical s category
Aromatics, Detergents, Heterocycles, Pharmaceuticals, Intermediates & Fine Chemicals
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Other name
1,3,4,6,7,8-Hexahydro-4,6,6,7,8,8-hexamethylcyclopenta[g]-2-benzopyran; 1,3,4,6,7,8-Hexahydro-4,6,6,7,8,8-hexamethylcyclopenta[g]-2-benzopyrane; Abbalide; Galaxolide; Galaxolide 50BB; Galaxolide 50IPM; Galaxolide White; Pearlide; HHCB
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Chemical s formula
C18H26O
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Physical properties
Pale Yellow Oil to Off-White Low Melting Solid
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Melting temperature
N/A
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Boiling temperature
No Data Available
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Chemical s soluble in
DMSO (Slightly), Methanol (Slightly)
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Stability conditions
Moisture sensitive
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Storage
Hygroscopic, -20°C Freezer, Under inert atmosphere
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