Hydrogenated polydec-1-ene

Hydrogenated poly-1-decene is a colourless glazing agent. It is "a mixture of isoparaffinic molecules of known structure, prepared by hydrogenation of mixtures of tri-, tetra- penta- and hexa-1-decenes".[1] It was reviewed in 2001 by the Scientific Committee on Food of the DG Health. It was "proposed as a substitute for white mineral oil. The food additive applications include those of glazing agent for confectionery and dried fruit, and processing aid uses as a lubricant and release agent, especially in bread baking using tins. It has been permitted for use in Finland, and a “Case of Need” has been accepted in the United Kingdom."[2] The substance is a mix of inert saturated hydrocarbons, which are not easily metabolised.[2]

Hydrogenated polydec-1-ene

Names
Other names Hydrogenated poly-1-decenes Hydrogenated poly-alpha-olefin Crystalline wax E907
Identifiers
CAS Number	68037-01-4
ECHA InfoCard	100.105.676
E number	E907 (glazing agents, ...)
CompTox Dashboard (EPA)	DTXSID60895035
Properties
Chemical formula	C10nH20n+2, where n = 3-6
Molar mass	550 g/mol (average)[1]
Appearance	Colorless viscous liquid[1]
Odor	Odorless[1]
Solubility in water	Insoluble[1]
Except where otherwise noted, data are given for materials in their standard state (at 25 °C [77 °F], 100 kPa).
Infobox references

References

1. "Hydrogenated poly-1-decene Prepared at the 49th JECFA (1997)". FAO.
2. "Opinion of the Scientific Committee on Food on hydrogenated poly-1-decene (expressed on 11 July 2001)" (PDF). EUROPEAN COMMISSION HEALTH & CONSUMER PROTECTION DIRECTORATE-GENERAL Scientific Committee on Food.