Alpha-Angelica Lactone CAS 591-12-8

1. Acts Alpha-Angelica lactone CAS 591-12-8 as a key flavor additive in food processing, imparting sweet coconut and caramel notes to baked goods, confectionery and dairy products.

2. Serves Alpha-Angelica lactone as a fragrance ingredient in personal care products, enhancing formulas with warm, nutty and fruity aroma undertones.

3. Functions as a versatile intermediate in organic synthesis for preparing specialty lactones and pharmaceutical raw materials.

Store α-Angelica lactone (CAS 591-12-8, colorless to pale yellow liquid, sweet coconut-malty odor, flash point ~68°C, flammable) at 10–25°C in sealed amber glass containers in a cool, dark, well-ventilated area. Isolate from strong oxidants, acids and alkalis to avoid ring-opening hydrolysis and odor degradation. Wear nitrile gloves, safety goggles and a face mask; avoid vapor inhalation, skin/eye contact and ingestion to prevent mild irritation. Reseal tightly post-use; dispose of waste per local flavor-fragrance chemical regulations.

Alpha-Angelica lactone CAS 591-12-8 is a flavor-fragrance additive and industrial intermediate, not for direct pure-form human ingestion; undiluted intake may cause gastrointestinal discomfort and respiratory irritation. In regulated applications, Alpha-Angelica lactone enriches the sensory profiles of consumer products, complies with global food safety standards, and supports the synthesis of high-value organic compounds.