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Online Edition: "Specifications for Flavourings"

Flavouring 2-(4-Methyl-5-thiazolyl)ethyl decanoate
Synonym(s)
Latest JECFA evaluation 2007 (Session 68)
Status of specification Full
Chemical name 2-(4-Methyl-5-thiazolyl)ethyl decanoate
JECFA number 1757
CAS number 101426-31-7
FEMA number 4281
COE number
FLAVIS number
Molecular weight 297.46
Chemical formula C16H27NO2S
Physical form/odour Colourless to yellow liquid; Roasted, nutty aroma
Solubility Soluble in non-polar solvents; insoluble in water
Solubility in ethanol Soluble
Boiling point (°C) 177-179° (1.5 mm Hg)
Assay min % 95%
Acid value max 1
Refractive index 1.486-1.492
Specific gravity 1.012-1.018
Other requirements
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