Food safety and quality: details

Flavouring	4,5-Dimethyl-2-propyloxazole
Synonym(s)	2-Propyl-4,5-dimethyl oxazole
Latest JECFA evaluation	2005 (Session 65)
Status of specification	Full
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Chemical name	4,5-Dimethyl-2-propyloxazole
JECFA number	1569
CAS number	53833-32-2
FEMA number
COE number
FLAVIS number	13.112
Molecular weight	139.2
Chemical formula	C8H13ON
Physical form/odour	Yellowish solid; Roasted burnt aroma
Solubility	Slightly soluble in water
Solubility in ethanol	Soluble
Boiling point (°C)
Assay min %	95%
Acid value max
Refractive index
Specific gravity
Other requirements	mp: 59°
ID Test	NMR
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