Food safety and quality
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Flavouring |
Propyleneglycol dipropionate |
Synonym(s) |
1,2-Propanediol, dipropanoate;1,2-Propanediol, dipropionate;Propionic acid, propylene ester |
Latest JECFA evaluation |
2010 (Session 73) |
Status of specification |
Full |
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Chemical name |
propane-1,2-diyl dipropionate |
JECFA number |
1978 |
CAS number |
10108-80-2 |
FEMA number |
4465 |
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Molecular weight |
188.22 |
Chemical formula |
C9H16O4 |
Physical form/odour |
Clear colourless liquid; Mild winey-fruity aroma |
Solubility |
Very slightly soluble in water |
Solubility in ethanol |
Soluble |
Boiling point (°C) |
228-230° |
Assay min % |
98% |
Acid value max |
1 |
Refractive index |
1.415-1.421 |
Specific gravity |
1.009-1.015 (20°) |
Other requirements |
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HNMR MS |
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