Food safety and quality
|
|
|
Flavouring |
Methyl 3-acetoxy-2-methylbutyrate |
Synonym(s) |
Butanoic acid, 3-(acetyloxy)-2-methyl-, methyl ester |
Latest JECFA evaluation |
2010 (Session 73) |
Status of specification |
Full |
Information required |
|
Chemical name |
methyl 3-acetoxy-2-methylbutanoate |
JECFA number |
1951 |
CAS number |
139564-42-4 |
FEMA number |
4451 |
COE number |
|
FLAVIS number |
09.361 |
Molecular weight |
174.19 |
Chemical formula |
C8H14O4 |
Physical form/odour |
Colourless clear liquid; Strong sweet fruity aroma |
Solubility |
Practically insoluble or insoluble in water |
Solubility in ethanol |
Soluble |
Boiling point (°C) |
145-152° |
Assay min % |
95% |
Acid value max |
|
Refractive index |
1.413-1.423 |
Specific gravity |
1.034-1.044 (20°) |
Other requirements |
|
ID Test |
HNMR MS |
Spectrum |
|
|
|
|