Food safety and quality: details

Flavouring	2,4-Hexadienyl isobutyrate
Synonym(s)	Sorbyl isobutyrate
Latest JECFA evaluation	2007 (Session 68)
Status of specification	Full
Information required
Chemical name	Hexa-2,4-dienyl isobutyrate
JECFA number	1782
CAS number	16491-24-0
FEMA number	4134
COE number
FLAVIS number
Molecular weight	168.24
Chemical formula	C10H16O2
Physical form/odour	Light yellow liquid; Sweet, pineapple aroma with cinnamon undertones
Solubility	Practically insoluble or insoluble in water
Solubility in ethanol	Soluble
Boiling point (°C)	80° (15 mm Hg)
Assay min %	98%
Acid value max
Refractive index	1.464-1.470
Specific gravity	0.902-0.906
Other requirements
ID Test	HNMR
Spectrum