Food safety and quality: details

Flavouring	2-Methoxyacetophenone
Synonym(s)	2-Acetylanisole;2-Methoxyphenyl methyl ketone
Latest JECFA evaluation	2010 (Session 73)
Status of specification	Full
Information required
Chemical name	1-(2-methoxyphenyl)ethanone
JECFA number	2042
CAS number	579-74-8
FEMA number	4163
COE number
FLAVIS number	07.254
Molecular weight	150.17
Chemical formula	C9H10O2
Physical form/odour	Light yellowish liquid; Spicy mint-like aroma
Solubility	Practically insoluble or insoluble in water
Solubility in ethanol	Soluble
Boiling point (°C)	245-248°
Assay min %	99%
Acid value max
Refractive index	1.536-1.542
Specific gravity	1.088-1.092
Other requirements
ID Test	HNMR IR MS
Spectrum