| 2-(4-METHYL-2-HYDROXYPHENYL)PROPIONIC ACID gamma-LACTONE | |
| FEMA No.: | 3863 |
| JECFA No.: | 1167 |
| Chemical names: | 2-(4-METHYL-2-HYDROXYPHENYL)PROPIONIC ACID gamma-LACTONE |
| Synonyms: | DIMETHYL-3,6-BENZO-2(3H)-FURANONE; FURAMINTON |
| Functional class: | FLAVOURING AGENT |
| Latest evaluation: | 2003 |
| ADI: | ACCEPTABLE |
| Comments: | No safety concern at current levels of intake when used as a flavouring agent |
| Report: | TRS 922-JECFA 61/49 |
| Specifications: | COMPENDIUM ADDENDUM 11/FNP 52 Add. 11/105 |
| Tox monograph: | FAS 52-JECFA 59/175 |
| 31 Dec 04 | |
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