Molecular Formula | C13H20O2 |
Molar Mass | 208.3 |
Density | 0.952g/mLat 25°C(lit.) |
Boling Point | 78-80°C0.2mm Hg(lit.) |
Flash Point | 226°F |
JECFA Number | 383 |
Refractive Index | n20/D 1.474(lit.) |
Physical and Chemical Properties | Colorless and slightly oily liquid. Sweet, warm, mint, spearmint and strawberry aromas. Boiling point 239 ℃ or 79 ℃(26.7Pa). Insoluble in water, soluble in ethanol and most non-volatile oils. |
Safety Description | 24/25 - Avoid contact with skin and eyes. |
WGK Germany | 3 |
RTECS | OS8525000 |
HS Code | 29155000 |
FEMA | 2251 | CARVYL PROPIONATE |
EPA chemical information | Information provided by: ofmpub.epa.gov (external link) |
toxicity | GRAS(FEMA). LD5075g/kg (rat, oral). |
usage limit | FEMA(mg/kg): soft drink 1.0; Cold drink 2.0; Candy 2.0~24; Baked food 2.0~24. FDA,§ 172.515: Limited to Moderate Amount. |
use | food spices. Mainly used for the preparation of spice and spice flavors. |
production method | is obtained by esterification of l-parsley alcohol and propionate anhydride. |