6-Acetoxydihydrotheaspirane
6-Acetoxydihydrotheaspirane is an organic compound. It is used as a flavoring agent in foods.[1]
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| IUPAC name
2,6,10,10-Tetramethyl-1-oxaspiro[4.5]dec-6-yl acetate | |
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| ECHA InfoCard | 100.055.442 |
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| Properties | |
| C15H26O3 | |
| Molar mass | 254.370 g·mol−1 |
| Appearance | crystalline or liquid |
| Melting point | 50 to 53 °C (122 to 127 °F; 323 to 326 K) |
| insoluble | |
| Solubility | soluble in fats |
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| Main hazards | Harmful if swallowed, heated or ingested. |
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Except where otherwise noted, data are given for materials in their standard state (at 25 °C [77 °F], 100 kPa). | |
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6-Acetoxydihydrotheaspirane is not found in nature. Its appearance is partly-liquid, partly-crystalline. It is not soluble in water, but is soluble in fats. It has been used in baked goods, instant coffee, condiments, relishes, and gravies. Tobacco companies use the chemical as well.
References
- Burdock, George A. Encyclopedia of Food and Color Additives. Boca Raton, Fla.: CRC, 1997. Print.
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