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Flavouring 4,5-Dimethyl-2-ethyl-3-thiazoline
Synonym(s) 2-Ethyl-2,5-dihydro-4,5-dimethylthiazole
Latest JECFA evaluation 2002 (Session 59)
Status of specification Full
Chemical name 2-Ethyl-4,5-dimethyl-3-thiazoline
JECFA number 1058
CAS number 76788-46-0  
FEMA number 3620
COE number -
FLAVIS number -
Molecular weight 143.25 
Chemical formula C7H13NS  
Physical form/odour Clear liquid; meaty, vegetable odour 
Solubility Insoluble in water; Miscible in fats 
Solubility in ethanol Miscible at room temperature 
Boiling point (°C) 50° (3 mm Hg)
Assay min % 98
Acid value max -
Refractive index 1.490-1.495
Specific gravity 1.001-1.010
Other requirements -
ID Test MS IR NMR
Spectrum http://www.fao.org/ag/agn/jecfa-flav/img/img/1058.gif



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