JECFA Evaluations-(E)-6-METHYL-3-HEPTEN-2-ONE-

Summary of Evaluations Performed by the
Joint FAO/WHO Expert Committee on Food Additives

(E)-6-METHYL-3-HEPTEN-2-ONE
FEMA No.:	4001
JECFA No.:	1138
Chemical names:	(E)-6-METHYLHEPT-3-EN-2-ONE
Synonyms:	trans-6-METHYLHEPT-3-EN-2-ONE
Functional class:	FLAVOURING AGENT
Latest evaluation:	2002
ADI:	ACCEPTABLE
Comments:	No safety concern at current levels of intake when used as a flavouring agent
Report:	TRS 913-JECFA 59/102
Specifications:	COMPENDIUM ADDENDUM 10/FNP 52 Add.10/76
Tox monograph:	FAS 50-JECFA 59/371

9 Mar 03