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Joint FAO/WHO Expert Committee on Food Additives

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
 
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