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Flavouring 2-(4-Methyl-5-thiazolyl)ethyl octanoate
Synonym(s) -
Latest JECFA evaluation 2007 (Session 68)
Status of specification Full
Chemical name 2-(4-Methyl-5-thiazolyl)ethyl octanoate
JECFA number 1756
CAS number 163266-17-9  
FEMA number 4280
COE number -
FLAVIS number -
Molecular weight 269.41 
Chemical formula C14H23NO2S  
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) 154-156° (2 mm Hg)
Assay min % 98%
Acid value max 1
Refractive index 1.498-1.494
Specific gravity 1.036-1.042
Other requirements -
ID Test HNMR
Spectrum http://www.fao.org/ag/agn/jecfa-flav/img/jecfa68/1756-hnmr.gif



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