Food safety and quality
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Flavouring |
3-Octen-2-one |
Synonym(s) |
Methyl hexenyl ketone |
Latest JECFA evaluation |
2002 (Session 59) |
Status of specification |
Full |
Information required |
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Chemical name |
Oct-3-en-2-one |
JECFA number |
1128 |
CAS number |
1669-44-9 |
FEMA number |
3416 |
COE number |
11170 |
FLAVIS number |
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Molecular weight |
126.19 |
Chemical formula |
C8H14O |
Physical form/odour |
Colourless liquid; earthy, fruity blueberry note |
Solubility |
insoluble in water ; soluble in oil |
Solubility in ethanol |
Miscible at room temperature |
Boiling point (°C) |
75-79° (20 mm Hg) |
Assay min % |
94% |
Acid value max |
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Refractive index |
1.445-1.449 |
Specific gravity |
0.834-0.839 |
Other requirements |
SC: 4-Octen-2-one |
ID Test |
NMR |
Spectrum |
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