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Flavouring Allyl cyclohexane propionate
Synonym(s) Allyl 3-cyclohexane propanoate
Latest JECFA evaluation 1997 (Session 49)
Status of specification Full
Chemical name 2-Propenyl cyclohexane propionate
JECFA number 13
CAS number 2705-87-5  
FEMA number 2026
COE number 2223
FLAVIS number -
Molecular weight 196.29 
Chemical formula C12H20O2  
Physical form/odour Colourless liquid with a pineapple odour 
Solubility Soluble in ether, higher oils and fatty oils. Insoluble in glycerine and water 
Solubility in ethanol 1ml in 4ml 80% ethanol 
Boiling point (°C) 91° at 1mm Hg
Assay min % 98.0
Acid value max 5.0
Refractive index 1.457 - 1.462
Specific gravity 0.945 - 0.950
Other requirements Allyl alcohol 0.1% max
ID Test IR
Spectrum http://www.fao.org/ag/agn/jecfa-flav/img/img/13.gif



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