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Flavouring 2,5-Dimethyl-3-furan thioisovalerate
Synonym(s) S-(2,5-Dimethyl-3-furyl) thioisovalerate
Latest JECFA evaluation 2002 (Session 59)
Status of specification Full
Chemical name S-(2,5-Dimethyl-3-furyl) 3-methylbutanethioate
JECFA number 1070
CAS number 55764-28-8  
FEMA number 3482
COE number 2324
FLAVIS number -
Molecular weight 212.31 
Chemical formula C11H16O2S  
Physical form/odour Clear liquid; roast aroma 
Solubility Insoluble in water; slighty soluble in fat 
Solubility in ethanol Miscible at room temperature 
Boiling point (°C) 124-125° (6 mm Hg)
Assay min % 99
Acid value max -
Refractive index 1.492-1.508
Specific gravity 1.025-1.034
Other requirements -
ID Test IR NMR
Spectrum http://www.fao.org/ag/agn/jecfa-flav/img/img/1070.gif



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