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Online Edition: "Specifications for Flavourings"

Flavouring 2-(4-Methyl-5-thiazolyl)ethyl isobutyrate
Synonym(s)
Latest JECFA evaluation 2007 (Session 68)
Status of specification Full
Chemical name 2-(4-Methyl-5-thiazolyl)ethyl isobutyrate
JECFA number 1754
CAS number 324742-95-2
FEMA number 4278
COE number
FLAVIS number
Molecular weight 213.3
Chemical formula C10H15N12S
Physical form/odour Colourless to yellow liquid; Roasted nutty aroma
Solubility Soluble in non-polar solvents; slightly soluble in water
Solubility in ethanol Soluble
Boiling point (°C) 100-104° (2 mm Hg)
Assay min % 98%
Acid value max 1
Refractive index 1.494-1.500
Specific gravity 1.102-1.108
Other requirements
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