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Online Edition: "Specifications for Flavourings"
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Analytical Methods (Volume 4)
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Flavouring
2,3-Octanedione
Synonym(s)
Latest JECFA evaluation
2010 (Session 73)
Status of specification
Full
Information required
Chemical name
octane-2,3-dione
JECFA number
2036
CAS number
585-25-1
FEMA number
4060
COE number
11166
FLAVIS number
07.248
Molecular weight
142.2
Chemical formula
C8H14O2
Physical form/odour
Clear to yellow liquid; Fruity nutty aroma
Solubility
Soluble in non-polar solvents
Solubility in ethanol
Soluble
Boiling point (°C)
57-59° (10 mm Hg)
Assay min %
95%
Acid value max
Refractive index
1.419-1.424
Specific gravity
0.905-0.915
Other requirements
ID Test
CNMR HNMR IR MS
Spectrum