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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 http://www.fao.org/ag/agn/jecfa-flav/img/img/306.gif



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