Food safety and quality: details

Flavouring	3-Methyl-2-buten-1-ol
Synonym(s)	Prenol;gamma,gamma-Dimethylallyl alcohol;2-Methyl-2-buten-4-ol;Prenyl alcohol;3,3-Dimethylallyl alcohol;3-Methylcrotyl alcohol
Latest JECFA evaluation	2003 (Session 61)
Status of specification	Full
Information required
Chemical name	3-Methyl-2-butenol
JECFA number	1200
CAS number	556-82-1
FEMA number	3647
COE number
FLAVIS number	02.109
Molecular weight	86.1
Chemical formula	C5H10O
Physical form/odour	Liquid; fresh, fruity, green, slight lavender aroma
Solubility	Insoluble in water; soluble in fats
Solubility in ethanol	soluble
Boiling point (°C)	140°
Assay min %	99%
Acid value max	1
Refractive index	1.438-1.448
Specific gravity	0.844-0.852
Other requirements
ID Test	HNMR IR MS
Spectrum