Food safety and quality: details

Flavouring	2-(5-Methyl-4-thiazolyl)ethyl formate
Synonym(s)
Latest JECFA evaluation	2007 (Session 68)
Status of specification	Full
Information required
Chemical name	2-(5-Methyl-4-thiazolyl)ethyl formate
JECFA number	1751
CAS number	90731-56-9
FEMA number	4275
COE number
FLAVIS number
Molecular weight	171.22
Chemical formula	C7H9N1O2S
Physical form/odour	Colourless to yellow liquid; Nutty, brown, roasted aroma
Solubility	Soluble in non-polar solvents; slightly soluble in water
Solubility in ethanol	Soluble
Boiling point (°C)	155-156°
Assay min %	95%
Acid value max	2
Refractive index	1.518-1.524
Specific gravity	1.215-1.221
Other requirements
ID Test	HNMR MS
Spectrum