Food safety and quality: details

Flavouring	Methyl isovalerate
Synonym(s)
Latest JECFA evaluation	1997 (Session 49)
Status of specification	Full
Information required
Chemical name	Methyl 3-methylbutanoate
JECFA number	195
CAS number	556-24-1
FEMA number	2753
COE number	457
FLAVIS number
Molecular weight	116.16
Chemical formula	C6H12O2
Physical form/odour	colourless liquid/herbaceous, fruity odour
Solubility	soluble in alcohol, most fixed oils; insoluble water
Solubility in ethanol
Boiling point (°C)	115-117°
Assay min %	98.0%
Acid value max	2
Refractive index	1.413-1.416
Specific gravity	0.852-0.857
Other requirements
ID Test	IR
Spectrum