ACETONEPEROXIDES Chemical Properties,Usage,Production
Identification
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CAS.No.:
1336-17-0
FL.No.:
n/a
FEMA.No.:
n/a
NAS.No.:
1194
CoE.No.:
n/a
EINECS.No.:
n/a
JECFA.No.:
n/a
Description
A mixture of monomeric and linear dimeric acetone peroxides (mainly 2,2-hydroxyperoxypropane), with minor proportions of higher polymers, usually mixed with an edible carrier such as cornstarch. The cornstarch mixture is a fine, white, freeflowing powder having a sharp acrid odor similar to that of hydrogen peroxide when the container is first opened. Acetone peroxides are used in foods as a bleaching agent, maturing agent and dough conditioner. Acetone peroxides are strong oxidizing agents and exposure to skin and eyes should be avoided.
Regulatory Status
CoE: n/a
FDA: 21 CFR 137.105, 172.802
FDA (other): n/a
JECFA: No treatment level set (1965)
Chemical Properties
A mixture of monomeric and linear dimeric acetone peroxides (mainly 2,2-hydroxyperoxypropane), with minor proportions of higher polymers, usually mixed with an edible carrier such as cornstarch. The cornstarch mixture is a fine, white, freeflowing powder having a sharp acrid odor similar to that of hydrogen peroxide when the container is first opened. Acetone peroxides
are used in foods as a bleaching agent, maturing agent and dough conditioner. Acetone peroxides are strong oxidizing agents and
exposure to skin and eyes should be avoided
