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Online Edition: "Specifications for Flavourings"
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Flavouring
Menthyl pyrrolidone carboxylate
Synonym(s)
D- and L-Proline
Latest JECFA evaluation
2008 (Session 69)
Status of specification
Full
Information required
Chemical name
2-Isopropyl-5-methyl cyclohexyl 5-oxo-2-pyrrolidine carboxylate
JECFA number
1858
CAS number
68127-22-0
FEMA number
4155
COE number
FLAVIS number
Molecular weight
267.36
Chemical formula
C15H25NO3
Physical form/odour
Agglomerated fine white powder; Cool refreshing aroma
Solubility
Slightly soluble in water
Solubility in ethanol
Soluble
Boiling point (°C)
NA
Assay min %
98%
Acid value max
Refractive index
NA
Specific gravity
NA
Other requirements
m.p. = 68-72°
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