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Online Edition: "Specifications for Flavourings"

Flavouring (+/-)-1-Acetoxy-1-ethoxyethane
Synonym(s) Ethoxyethyl acetate
Latest JECFA evaluation 2007 (Session 68)
Status of specification Full
Chemical name 1-Acetoxy-1-ethoxyethane
JECFA number 1726
CAS number 1608-72-6
FEMA number 4069
COE number
FLAVIS number
Molecular weight 132.16
Chemical formula C6H12O3
Physical form/odour Clear, colourless liquid; Refreshing, fruity aroma
Solubility Soluble in water
Solubility in ethanol Soluble
Boiling point (°C) 136-138°
Assay min % 95%
Acid value max
Refractive index 1.386-1.392
Specific gravity 0.947-0.951
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