Food safety and quality: details

Flavouring	3-(3-Hydroxy-4-methoxy-phenyl)-1-(2,4,6-trihydroxyphenyl)propan-1-one
Synonym(s)	Hesperetin dihydrochalcone
Latest JECFA evaluation	2020 (Session 89)
Status of specification	Full
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Chemical name	3-(3-hydroxy-4-methoxy-phenyl)-1-(2,4,6-trihydroxyphenyl)propan-1-one
JECFA number	2262
CAS number	35400-60-3
FEMA number	4872
COE number
FLAVIS number
Molecular weight	304.29
Chemical formula	C16H16O6
Physical form/odour	Slightly grey solid; Bland aroma
Solubility	Practically insoluble to insoluble
Solubility in ethanol	Soluble
Boiling point (°C)
Assay min %	95%
Acid value max
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Specific gravity
Other requirements	mp: Decomposition >120°
ID Test	MS IR HNMR
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