Molecular Formula | C10H16O2 |
Molar Mass | 168.23 |
Density | 0.9800 g/cm3(Temp: 21 °C) |
Boling Point | 103-104 °C(Press: 0.5 Torr) |
JECFA Number | 246 |
Physical and Chemical Properties | Clear light yellow liquid. It has a sweet herbal aroma with celery and jasmine. Boiling point 112 ℃(186.7Pa). Soluble in ethanol, ether and grease, insoluble in water. Natural products exist in blackberries, sugarcane molasses, etc. |
FEMA | 3744 | 5-HYDROXY-2-DECENOIC ACID DELTA-LACTONE |
EPA chemical substance information | information provided by: ofmpeb.epa.gov (external link) |
toxicity | GRAS(FEMA). |
usage limit | FEMA(mg/kg): non-alcoholic beverage, soft candy, 0.5; Sauce, reconstituted vegetables, 0.2; Baked goods, confectionery, frosting, 1.0; Imitation dairy products 2.0; Hard Candy, pectin, 4.0. |
Use | GB 2760-1998 specifies the permitted use of food spices. |