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Flavouring 4-Hydroxy-3,5-dimethoxy benzaldehyde
Synonym(s) Gallaldehyde 3,5-dimethyl ether
Latest JECFA evaluation 2008 (Session 69)
Status of specification Full
Chemical name 4-Hydroxy-3,5-dimethoxybenzaldehyde
JECFA number 1878
CAS number 134-96-3  
FEMA number 4049
COE number 10340
FLAVIS number 05.153  
Molecular weight 182.18 
Chemical formula C9H10O4  
Physical form/odour Very pale green needles; Alcoholic aroma 
Solubility Insoluble in water 
Solubility in ethanol Soluble 
Boiling point (°C) -
Assay min % 98
Acid value max -
Refractive index -
Specific gravity -
Other requirements m.p. = 110-113°
ID Test NMR IR
Spectrum http://www.fao.org/ag/agn/jecfa-flav/img/jecfa69/1878-nmr.gif
http://www.fao.org/ag/agn/jecfa-flav/img/jecfa69/1878-ir.gif



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