JECFA Evaluations-4-(1,1-DIMETHYLETHYL)PHENOL-

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

4-(1,1-DIMETHYLETHYL)PHENOL
JECFA No.:	733
Chemical names:	p-tert-BUTYLPHENOL
Synonyms:	4-tert-BUTYLPHENOL; p-tert-BUTYLPHENOL; 1-HYDROXY-4-tert-BUTYLBENZENE
Functional class:	FLAVOURING AGENT
Latest evaluation:	2000
ADI:	ACCEPTABLE
Comments:	No safety concern at current levels of intake when used as a flavouring agent
Report:	TRS 901-JECFA 55/44
Specifications:	COMPENDIUM ADDENDUM 8/FNP 52 Add.8/172
Tox monograph:	FAS 46-JECFA 55/165

12 Nov 01