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Flavouring	3,4-Xylenol
Synonym(s)	1-Hydroxy-3,4-dimethylbenzene
Latest JECFA evaluation	2000 (Session 55)
Status of specification	Full
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Chemical name	3,4-Xylenol
JECFA number	708
CAS number	95-65-8
FEMA number	3596
COE number	11262
FLAVIS number
Molecular weight	122.17
Chemical formula	C8H10O
Physical form/odour	Colourless crystalline solid
Solubility	slightly soluble in water; soluble in fat
Solubility in ethanol	moderately soluble
Boiling point (°C)	225°
Assay min %	98%
Acid value max
Refractive index	NA
Specific gravity	NA
Other requirements	mp: 62-68°
ID Test	IR
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