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Flavouring 2,4-Dimethyl-3-oxazoline
Synonym(s) -
Latest JECFA evaluation 2005 (Session 65)
Status of specification Full
Chemical name 2,4-Dimethyl-3-oxazoline
JECFA number 1558
CAS number 77311-02-5  
FEMA number -
COE number -
FLAVIS number 13.115  
Molecular weight 99.13 
Chemical formula C5H9ON  
Physical form/odour Yellowish liquid; Boiled beef aroma 
Solubility Insoluble in water 
Solubility in ethanol Soluble 
Boiling point (°C) 141°
Assay min % 95%
Acid value max -
Refractive index 1.431-1.437
Specific gravity 1.002-1.008
Other requirements -
ID Test NMR
Spectrum http://www.fao.org/ag/agn/jecfa-flav/img/img/1558.gif



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