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Flavouring 2-(4-Methyl-5-thiazolyl)ethyl butanoate
Synonym(s) -
Latest JECFA evaluation 2007 (Session 68)
Status of specification Full
Chemical name 2-(4-Methyl-5-thiazolyl)ethyl butanoate
JECFA number 1753
CAS number 94159-31-6  
FEMA number 4277
COE number -
FLAVIS number -
Molecular weight 213.3 
Chemical formula C10H15NO2S  
Physical form/odour Colourless to yellow liquid; Roasted, nutty aroma 
Solubility Soluble in non-polar solvents; insoluble in water 
Solubility in ethanol Soluble 
Boiling point (°C) 101-107° (1 mm Hg)
Assay min % 98%
Acid value max 1
Refractive index 1.496-1.510
Specific gravity 1.106-1.112
Other requirements -
ID Test HNMR
Spectrum http://www.fao.org/ag/agn/jecfa-flav/img/jecfa68/1753-hnmr.gif



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