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Online Edition: "Specifications for Flavourings"

Flavouring 3,6-Dimethyl-2,3,3a,4,5,7a-hexahydrobenzofuran
Synonym(s)
Latest JECFA evaluation 2012 (Session 76)
Status of specification Full
Chemical name 3,6-Dimethyl-2,3,3a,4,5,7a-hexahydro-1-benzofuran
JECFA number 2133
CAS number 70786-44-6
FEMA number 4315
COE number
FLAVIS number 13.198
Molecular weight 152.23
Chemical formula C10H16O
Physical form/odour Clear almost colourless liquid; herbal dill-like aroma
Solubility Very slightly soluble in water
Solubility in ethanol Soluble
Boiling point (°C) 207-208°
Assay min % 96%
Acid value max
Refractive index 1.478-1.481
Specific gravity 0.966-0.970
Other requirements
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