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Flavouring 3-[(2-Methyl-3-furyl)thio]-4-heptanone
Synonym(s) 1,3-Diethylacetonyl 2-methyl-3-furyl sulfide
Latest JECFA evaluation 2002 (Session 59)
Status of specification Full
Chemical name 3-((2-Methyl-3-furyl)thio)heptan-4-one
JECFA number 1085
CAS number 61295-41-8  
FEMA number 3570
COE number 11922
FLAVIS number -
Molecular weight 226.33 
Chemical formula C12H18O2S  
Physical form/odour Clear colourless to pale yellow iquid; roast, meaty odour 
Solubility Insoluble in water; soluble in fat 
Solubility in ethanol Miscible at room temperature 
Boiling point (°C) 85-86° (0.3 mm Hg)
Assay min % 97
Acid value max -
Refractive index 1.496-1.502
Specific gravity 1.041-1.045
Other requirements -
ID Test IR NMR
Spectrum http://www.fao.org/ag/agn/jecfa-flav/img/img/1085.gif



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