Food safety and quality
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Flavouring |
2,4-Hexadienyl butyrate |
Synonym(s) |
Sorbyl butyrate |
Latest JECFA evaluation |
2007 (Session 68) |
Status of specification |
Full |
Information required |
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Chemical name |
Hexa-2,4-dienyl butyrate |
JECFA number |
1783 |
CAS number |
16930-93-1 |
FEMA number |
4133 |
COE number |
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FLAVIS number |
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Molecular weight |
168.24 |
Chemical formula |
C10H16O2 |
Physical form/odour |
Light yellow liquid; Fruity, wine-like aroma with cheesy 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 |
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Refractive index |
1.467-1.473 |
Specific gravity |
0.908-0.912 |
Other requirements |
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ID Test |
HNMR |
Spectrum |
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