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Flavouring	4-Hydroxy-3,5-dimethoxy benzaldehyde
Synonym(s)	Gallaldehyde 3,5-dimethyl ether
Latest JECFA evaluation	2008 (Session 69)
Status of specification	Full
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Chemical name	4-Hydroxy-3,5-dimethoxybenzaldehyde
JECFA number	1878
CAS number	134-96-3
FEMA number	4049
COE number	10340
FLAVIS number	05.153
Molecular weight	182.18
Chemical formula	C9H10O4
Physical form/odour	Very pale green needles; Alcoholic aroma
Solubility	Insoluble in water
Solubility in ethanol	Soluble
Boiling point (°C)	NA
Assay min %	98%
Acid value max
Refractive index	NA
Specific gravity	NA
Other requirements	m.p. = 110-113°
ID Test	NMR IR
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