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Flavouring	1,1'-(Tetrahydro-6a-hydroxy-2,3a,5-trimethylfuro[2,3-d]-1,3-dioxole-2,5-diyl)bis-ethanone
Synonym(s)	Furo[2,3-d]-1,3-dioxol-6a(3aH)-ol, 2,5-diacetyldihydro-2,3a,5-trimethyl-;Diacetyl trimer
Latest JECFA evaluation	2010 (Session 73)
Status of specification	Full
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Chemical name	1,1'-(6a-hydroxy-2,3a,5-trimethyltetrahydrofuro[2,3-d][1,3]dioxole-2,5-diyl)diethanone
JECFA number	2039
CAS number	18114-49-3
FEMA number	4303
COE number
FLAVIS number
Molecular weight	258.27
Chemical formula	C12H18O6
Physical form/odour	Yellowish solid; Roasted buttery aroma
Solubility	Sparingly soluble in water
Solubility in ethanol	Soluble
Boiling point (°C)	NA
Assay min %	95%
Acid value max
Refractive index	NA
Specific gravity	NA
Other requirements	m.p. = 90-91°
ID Test	HNMR IR MS
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