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Flavouring Methyl 2-undecynoate
Synonym(s) Methyl decine carbonate
Methyl decyne carbonate
Latest JECFA evaluation 2004 (Session 63)
Status of specification Full
Chemical name Methyl 2-undecynoate
JECFA number 1358
CAS number 10522-18-6  
FEMA number 2751
COE number -
FLAVIS number 09.239  
Molecular weight 196.29 
Chemical formula C12H20O2  
Physical form/odour Colourless oily liquid; Powerful, waxy, green, floral aroma 
Solubility Insoluble in water 
Solubility in ethanol Soluble 
Boiling point (°C) 230°
Assay min % 97%
Acid value max 1
Refractive index 1.443-1.449
Specific gravity 0.915-0.921 (20°)
Other requirements -
ID Test NMR
Spectrum http://www.fao.org/ag/agn/jecfa-flav/img/img/1358.gif



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