Food safety and quality
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Flavouring |
(Z)-3-Octenyl propionate |
Synonym(s) |
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Latest JECFA evaluation |
2007 (Session 68) |
Status of specification |
Full |
Information required |
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Chemical name |
3(Z)-Octenyl propionate |
JECFA number |
1628 |
CAS number |
94134-03-9 |
FEMA number |
4189 |
COE number |
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Molecular weight |
184.28 |
Chemical formula |
C11H20O2 |
Physical form/odour |
Colourless to pale yellow liquid; Unique pear-like aroma with a honeydew melon nuance |
Solubility |
Insoluble in water; soluble in most organic solvents |
Solubility in ethanol |
Soluble |
Boiling point (°C) |
69-71° (1 mm Hg) |
Assay min % |
95% |
Acid value max |
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Refractive index |
1.434-1.440 |
Specific gravity |
0.882-0.889 |
Other requirements |
Also contains 2% trans isomer |
ID Test |
MS |
Spectrum |
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