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Flavouring trans-3-Heptenyl 2-methyl propanoate
Synonym(s)
Latest JECFA evaluation 2001 (Session 57)
Status of specification Full
Chemical name trans-3-Heptenyl 2-methyl propanoate
JECFA number 191
CAS number 67801-45-0
FEMA number 3494
COE number 10663
FLAVIS number
Molecular weight 184.28
Chemical formula C11H20O2
Physical form/odour colourless liquid
Solubility soluble in alcohol; insoluble in water
Solubility in ethanol
Boiling point (°C) 85-90° (3 mm Hg)
Assay min % 98%
Acid value max
Refractive index 1.429-1.430
Specific gravity 0.881-0.886
Other requirements
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