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Online Edition: "Specifications for Flavourings"

Flavouring 2,3-Epoxydecanal
Synonym(s)
Latest JECFA evaluation 2012 (Session 76)
Status of specification Full
Chemical name (2S,3R)-3-Heptyloxirane-2-carbaldehyde
JECFA number 2149
CAS number 102369-06-2
FEMA number 4659
COE number
FLAVIS number
Molecular weight 170.25
Chemical formula C10H18O2
Physical form/odour Colourless to pale yellow clear liquid; fatty citrus aroma
Solubility Very slightly soluble in water
Solubility in ethanol Soluble
Boiling point (°C) 92-93º
Assay min % 94%
Acid value max
Refractive index 1.436-1.446
Specific gravity 0.912-0.922 (20º)
Other requirements Safety evaluation not completed; SC: 2-3% trans-2-decenal
ID Test MS HNMR
Spectrum