PROPAN-1-OL
Prepared at the 28th JECFA (1984), published in FNP 31/2 (1984) and in FNP 52 (1992). Metals and arsenic specifications revised at the 63rd
JECFA (2004). No ADI was allocated at the 25th JECFA (1981)
SYNONYMS n-Propyl alcohol; n-propanol; NPA; 1-hydroxypropane
DEFINITION
Chemical names 1-Propanol, propan-1-ol
C.A.S. number 71-23-8
Chemical formula C3H8O
Formula weight 60.10
Assay Not less than 99%
DESCRIPTION Clear, colourless liquid with a characteristic odour
FUNCTIONAL USES Carrier solvent, extraction solvent, flavouring agent (see "Flavouring agents" monograph JECFA no. 82)
