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Online Edition: "Specifications for Flavourings"

Flavouring Isopropyl propionate
Synonym(s)
Latest JECFA evaluation 2001 (Session 57)
Status of specification Full
Chemical name Isopropyl propionate
JECFA number 306
CAS number 637-78-5
FEMA number 2959
COE number 404
FLAVIS number
Molecular weight 116.16
Chemical formula C6H12O2
Physical form/odour liquid
Solubility completely miscible with alcohol and diluted alcohol
Solubility in ethanol
Boiling point (°C) 108-111°
Assay min % 98%
Acid value max
Refractive index 1.384-1.390
Specific gravity 0.863-0.869 (20°)
Other requirements
ID Test IR
Spectrum