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Flavouring 2-Propionylthiazole
Synonym(s) 1-(2-Thiazolyl)-1-propanone
Latest JECFA evaluation 2002 (Session 59)
Status of specification Full
Chemical name 2-Propionylthiazole
JECFA number 1042
CAS number 43039-98-1  
FEMA number 3611
COE number -
FLAVIS number -
Molecular weight 141.19 
Chemical formula C6H7ONS  
Physical form/odour Pale yellow, oily liquid; brown-roasted, vanilla-like odour 
Solubility Insoluble in water; Soluble in fats, oils, most organic solvents 
Solubility in ethanol Miscible at room temperature 
Boiling point (°C) 95° (1 mm Hg)
Assay min % 98
Acid value max -
Refractive index 1.528-1.533
Specific gravity 1.205-1.210
Other requirements -
ID Test MS IR NMR
Spectrum http://www.fao.org/ag/agn/jecfa-flav/img/img/1042.gif



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