Food safety and quality: details

Flavouring	2-(2-Hydroxyphenyl)cyclopropanecarboxylic acid delta-lactone
Synonym(s)	Cyclopropylcoumarin
Latest JECFA evaluation	2016 (Session 82)
Status of specification	Full
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Chemical name	1a,7b-dihydrocyclopropa[c]chromen-2(1H)-one
JECFA number	2224
CAS number	5617-64-1
FEMA number	4270
COE number
FLAVIS number
Molecular weight	160.17
Chemical formula	C10H8O2
Physical form/odour	Viscous Oil / Sweet, green, spicy aroma
Solubility	Soluble
Solubility in ethanol	Soluble
Boiling point (°C)	245-246°
Assay min %	93%
Acid value max
Refractive index	1.595-1.635
Specific gravity	1.246-1.366
Other requirements	SC: 2-3% dihydrocoumarin
ID Test	HNMR
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