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Flavouring 2-Methylbutyl 2-methylbutyrate
Synonym(s) -
Latest JECFA evaluation 2003 (Session 61)
Status of specification Full
Chemical name 2-Methylbutyl-2-methylbutanoate
JECFA number 212
CAS number 2445-78-5  
FEMA number 3359
COE number 10773
FLAVIS number 09.516  
Molecular weight 172.27 
Chemical formula C10H20O2  
Physical form/odour colourless to pale yellow lquid 
Solubility -
Solubility in ethanol -
Boiling point (°C) 184-187
Assay min % 90
Acid value max -
Refractive index 1.409-1.509
Specific gravity 0.854-0.864
Other requirements SC: 2-methylbutyl isovalerate
ID Test IR
Spectrum http://www.fao.org/ag/agn/jecfa-flav/img/img/212.gif



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