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Flavouring 2-Isobutyl-4,5-dimethyloxazole
Synonym(s) -
Latest JECFA evaluation 2005 (Session 65)
Status of specification Full
Chemical name 2-Isobutyl-4,5-dimethyloxazole
JECFA number 1556
CAS number 26131-91-9  
FEMA number -
COE number -
FLAVIS number -
Molecular weight 153.22 
Chemical formula C9H15ON  
Physical form/odour Yellowish liquid; Burnt roasted aroma 
Solubility Insoluble in water 
Solubility in ethanol Soluble 
Boiling point (°C) 227°
Assay min % 95%
Acid value max -
Refractive index 1.439-1.447
Specific gravity 0.910-0.916
Other requirements -
ID Test NMR
Spectrum http://www.fao.org/ag/agn/jecfa-flav/img/img/1556.gif



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