6-Acetoxydihydrotheaspirane

6-Acetoxydihydrotheaspirane is an organic compound. It is used as a flavoring agent in foods.[1]

6-Acetoxydihydrotheaspirane
Names
IUPAC name
2,6,10,10-Tetramethyl-1-oxaspiro[4.5]dec-6-yl acetate
Identifiers
3D model (JSmol)
ECHA InfoCard 100.055.442 Edit this at Wikidata
UNII
  • CC1CCC2(O1)C(CCCC2(C)OC(=O)C)(C)C
Properties
C15H26O3
Molar mass 254.370 g·mol−1
Appearance crystalline or liquid
Melting point 50 to 53 °C (122 to 127 °F; 323 to 326 K)
insoluble
Solubility soluble in fats
Hazards
Occupational safety and health (OHS/OSH):
Main hazards
Harmful if swallowed, heated or ingested.
Safety data sheet (SDS) clearsynth.com
Except where otherwise noted, data are given for materials in their standard state (at 25 °C [77 °F], 100 kPa).

6-Acetoxydihydrotheaspirane is not found in nature. Its appearance is partly-liquid, partly-crystalline. It is not soluble in water, but is soluble in fats. It has been used in baked goods, instant coffee, condiments, relishes, and gravies. Tobacco companies use the chemical as well.

References

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  1. ^ Burdock, George A. (1996-11-26). Encyclopedia of Food & Color Additives. Boca Raton: CRC Press. doi:10.1201/9781498711081. ISBN 978-0-429-15767-7.