| gamma-METHYLDECALACTONE | |
| FEMA No.: | 3786 |
| JECFA No.: | 250 |
| Chemical names: | 4-METHYL-4-DECANOLIDE; 5-HEXYLDIHYDRO-5-METHYL-2(3H)-FURANONE |
| Functional class: | FLAVOURING AGENT |
| Latest evaluation: | 1997 |
| ADI: | ACCEPTABLE |
| Comments: | No safety concern at current levels of intake when used as a flavouring agent |
| Report: | TRS 884-JECFA 49/42 |
| Specifications: | COMPENDIUM ADDENDUM 6/FNP 52 Add.6/174 (1998) |
| Tox monograph: | FAS 40-JECFA 49/231 |
| 12 Nov 01 | |
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