Food safety and quality: details

Flavouring	1-(2,4-Dihydroxyphenyl)-3-(3-hydroxy-4-methoxyphenyl)propan-1-one
Synonym(s)
Latest JECFA evaluation	2014 (Session 79)
Status of specification	Full
Information required
Chemical name	1-(2,4-dihydroxyphenyl)-3-(3-hydroxy-4-methoxyphenyl)propan-1-one
JECFA number	2209
CAS number	50297-39-7
FEMA number	4764
COE number
FLAVIS number
Molecular weight	288.3
Chemical formula	C16H16O5
Physical form/odour	Pearly white powder; Bland aroma
Solubility	Practically insoluble to insoluble
Solubility in ethanol	Sparingly soluble
Boiling point (°C)
Assay min %	95%
Acid value max
Refractive index
Specific gravity
Other requirements	m.p. = 120-122
ID Test	IR, MS, HNMR
Spectrum