Food safety and quality: details

Flavouring	1-(2-Hydroxyphenyl)-3-(pyridin-4-yl)propan-1-one
Synonym(s)
Latest JECFA evaluation	2012 (Session 76)
Status of specification	Full
Information required
Chemical name	1-(2-Hydroxyphenyl)-3-(4-pyridyl)propan-1-one
JECFA number	2158
CAS number	1186004-10-3
FEMA number	4721
COE number
FLAVIS number
Molecular weight	227.26
Chemical formula	C14H13NO2
Physical form/odour	Light cream colored solid; Minimal sweet aroma
Solubility	Slightly soluble in water
Solubility in ethanol	Soluble
Boiling point (°C)	NA
Assay min %	98%
Acid value max
Refractive index	NA
Specific gravity	NA
Other requirements	Safety evaluation not completed; m.p.= 77-78º
ID Test	HNMR CNMR
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