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Flavouring	Methyl trans-2-octenoate
Synonym(s)	-
Latest JECFA evaluation	2008 (Session 69)
Status of specification	Full
Chemical name	(2E)-2-Octenoic acid methyl ester
JECFA number	1811
CAS number	7367-81-9
FEMA number	3712
COE number	11800
FLAVIS number	09.299
Molecular weight	156.23
Chemical formula	C₉H₁₆O₂
Physical form/odour	Colourless liquid; Fruity, green aroma
Solubility	Slightly soluble in water; soluble in fats
Solubility in ethanol	Soluble
Boiling point (°C)	89-91 (9 mm Hg)
Assay min %	90
Acid value max	-
Refractive index	1.437-1.448
Specific gravity	0.896-0.900
Other requirements	SC: Methyl trans-3-octenoate (5-6%)
ID Test	HNMR IR MS
Spectrum	http://www.fao.org/ag/agn/jecfa-flav/img/jecfa69/1811-hnmr.gif http://www.fao.org/ag/agn/jecfa-flav/img/jecfa69/1811-ir.gif http://www.fao.org/ag/agn/jecfa-flav/img/jecfa69/1811-ms.gif

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