JECFA Evaluations-2,4-DIMETHYLANISOLE-

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

2,4-DIMETHYLANISOLE
FEMA No.:	3828
JECFA No.:	1245
Chemical names:	1-METHOXY-2,4-DIMETHYLBENZENE
Synonyms:	4-METHOXY-m-XYLENE
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 61/86
Specifications:	COMPENDIUM ADDENDUM 11/FNP 52 Add. 11/115
Tox monograph:	FAS 52-JECFA 61/335

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