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Flavouring bis(2,5-Dimethyl-3-furyl) disulfide
Synonym(s) 3,3'Dithio-bis(2,5-dimethylfuran)
Latest JECFA evaluation 2002 (Session 59)
Status of specification Full
Chemical name bis(2,5-Dimethyl-3-furyl) disulfide
JECFA number 1067
CAS number 28588-73-0  
FEMA number 3476
COE number 722
FLAVIS number -
Molecular weight 254.38 
Chemical formula C12H14O2S2  
Physical form/odour Amber liquid; meaty aroma 
Solubility Insoluble in water; slighty soulble in fat 
Solubility in ethanol Miscible at room temperature 
Boiling point (°C) 110-111° (1mmHg)
Assay min % 99
Acid value max -
Refractive index 1.548-1.568
Specific gravity 1.140-1.152
Other requirements -
ID Test IR NMR
Spectrum http://www.fao.org/ag/agn/jecfa-flav/img/img/1067.gif



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