Food safety and quality: details

Flavouring	Nerol oxide
Synonym(s)
Latest JECFA evaluation	2003 (Session 61)
Status of specification	Full
Information required
Chemical name	3,6-Dihydro-4-methyl-2-(2-methyl-1-propenyl)-2H-pyran
JECFA number	1235
CAS number	1786-08-9
FEMA number	3661
COE number
FLAVIS number
Molecular weight	152.24
Chemical formula	C10H16O
Physical form/odour	Colorless liquid; powerful aroma with floral notes
Solubility	Insoluble in water; slightly soluble in fat
Solubility in ethanol	soluble
Boiling point (°C)	68-72° (7 mm Hg)
Assay min %	97%
Acid value max	2
Refractive index	1.472-1.478
Specific gravity	0.900-0.908
Other requirements
ID Test	HNMR IR MS
Spectrum