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Online Edition: "Specifications for Flavourings"

Flavouring 2-Methylfuran
Synonym(s) alpha-Methylfuran;5-Methylfuran
Latest JECFA evaluation 2005 (Session 65)
Status of specification Full
Chemical name 2-Methylfuran
JECFA number 1487
CAS number 534-22-5
FEMA number 4179
COE number
FLAVIS number 13.030
Molecular weight 82.1
Chemical formula C5H6O
Physical form/odour Colourless liquid; Spicy smoky aroma
Solubility Slightly soluble in water
Solubility in ethanol Soluble
Boiling point (°C) 64°
Assay min % 97%
Acid value max 1
Refractive index 1.431-1.437
Specific gravity 0.908-0.917
Other requirements Safety evaluation not completed
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