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Flavouring 4-Allyl-2,6-dimethoxyphenol
Synonym(s) 4-Allylsyringol
2,6-Dimethoxy-4-(2-propenyl) phenol
6-Methoxy eugenol
Latest JECFA evaluation 2001 (Session 57)
Status of specification Full
Chemical name 4-Allyl-2,6-dimethoxyphenol
JECFA number 726
CAS number 6627-88-9  
FEMA number 3655
COE number 11214
FLAVIS number -
Molecular weight 194.23 
Chemical formula C11H14O3  
Physical form/odour Clear pale yellow liquid, roasted meaty bacon odour 
Solubility insoluble in water; soluble in fat 
Solubility in ethanol miscible 
Boiling point (°C) 168 (11 mm Hg)
Assay min % 98
Acid value max -
Refractive index 1.548-1.550
Specific gravity 1.089-1.095
Other requirements -
ID Test IR
Spectrum http://www.fao.org/ag/agn/jecfa-flav/img/img/726-ir.gif



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