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

2-HEXEN-1-OL
COE No.: 69
FEMA No.: 2562
JECFA No.: 1354
Chemical names: HEX-2-ENOL
Synonyms: gamma-PROPYL ALLYL ALCOHOL; LEAF ALCOHOL
Functional class: FLAVOURING AGENT
Latest evaluation: 2004
ADI: ACCEPTABLE
Comments: No safety concern at current levels of intake when used as a flavouring agent
Report: TRS 928-JECFA 63/77
Specifications: COMPENDIUM ADDENDUM 12/FNP 52 Add. 12/80
Tox monograph: FAS 54-JECFA 63/317
 
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