Food safety and quality: details

Flavouring	2,6-Dimethyl-5-heptenol
Synonym(s)	2,6-dimethyl-5-hepten-1-ol, Melonol
Latest JECFA evaluation	2018 (Session 86)
Status of specification	Full
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Chemical name	2,6-Dimethylhept-5-en-1-ol
JECFA number	2241
CAS number	4234-93-9
FEMA number	4789
COE number
FLAVIS number
Molecular weight	142.24
Chemical formula	C9H18O
Physical form/odour	Colourless to light yellow, transparent liquid/Floral fruity aroma reminiscent of melon
Solubility	Slightly soluble
Solubility in ethanol	Soluble
Boiling point (°C)	204-206 °C
Assay min %	>90%
Acid value max
Refractive index	1.428-1.459
Specific gravity	0.794-0.904
Other requirements	Secondary component: 1-6% 2,6-dimethyl-5-heptenal (No. 349); The sum of 2,6-dimethyl-5-heptenol and 2,6-dimethyl-5-heptenal is ≥ 95%
ID Test	MS, 1H-NMR, 13C-NMR
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