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Flavouring Prenyl acetate
Synonym(s) -
Latest JECFA evaluation 2008 (Session 69)
Status of specification Full
Chemical name 3-Methyl-2-buten-1-ol acetate
JECFA number 1827
CAS number 1191-16-8  
FEMA number 4202
COE number 11796
FLAVIS number 09.692  
Molecular weight 128.17 
Chemical formula C7H12O2  
Physical form/odour Colourless liquid; Natural green apple banana aroma 
Solubility Practically insoluble to insoluble in water 
Solubility in ethanol Soluble 
Boiling point (°C) 148-149
Assay min % 98
Acid value max -
Refractive index 1.424-1.428
Specific gravity 0.911-0.922
Other requirements -
ID Test MS
Spectrum http://www.fao.org/ag/agn/jecfa-flav/img/jecfa69/1827-ms.gif



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