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Flavouring 2-Propylpyridine
Synonym(s) Conyrine
2-n-Propylpyridine
1-(2-Pyridyl)propane
Latest JECFA evaluation 2004 (Session 63)
Status of specification Full
Chemical name 2-Propylpyridine
JECFA number 1322
CAS number 622-39-9  
FEMA number 4065
COE number -
FLAVIS number 14.143  
Molecular weight 121.2 
Chemical formula C8H11N  
Physical form/odour Colourless liquid; Tobacco, nutty aroma 
Solubility Slightly soluble in water 
Solubility in ethanol Soluble 
Boiling point (°C) 169-171°
Assay min % 98%
Acid value max 1
Refractive index 1.490-1.496
Specific gravity 0.907-0.917
Other requirements -
ID Test NMR
Spectrum http://www.fao.org/ag/agn/jecfa-flav/img/img/1322.gif



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