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Flavouring Phenethyl 2-furoate
Synonym(s) Phenylethyl 2-furoate
2-Phenylethyl 2-furoate
Latest JECFA evaluation 2005 (Session 65)
Status of specification Full
Chemical name Phenethyl 2-furoate
JECFA number 1517
CAS number 7149-32-8  
FEMA number 2865
COE number -
FLAVIS number 13.006  
Molecular weight 216.24 
Chemical formula C13H12O3  
Physical form/odour Colourless liquid; Warm, fruity-caramel, slightly earthy, oily aroma 
Solubility Insoluble in water; Soluble in oils 
Solubility in ethanol Soluble 
Boiling point (°C) 275°
Assay min % 96%
Acid value max 5
Refractive index 1.585-1.593
Specific gravity 1.136-1.142
Other requirements Safety evaluation not completed
ID Test NMR
Spectrum http://www.fao.org/ag/agn/jecfa-flav/img/img/1517.gif



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