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Flavouring (+/-)-3-(Ethylthio)butanol
Synonym(s) -
Latest JECFA evaluation 2007 (Session 68)
Status of specification Full
Chemical name 3-(Ethylthio)butanol
JECFA number 1703
CAS number 117013-33-9  
FEMA number 4282
COE number -
FLAVIS number -
Molecular weight 134.24 
Chemical formula C6H14OS  
Physical form/odour Pale yellow to colourless liquid; Cooked brown roasted nutty aroma 
Solubility Insoluble in water; slightly soluble in heptane and triacetin 
Solubility in ethanol Slightly soluble 
Boiling point (°C) 79-81° (1 mm Hg)
Assay min % 96%
Acid value max -
Refractive index 1.468-1.476
Specific gravity 0.941-0.947
Other requirements -
ID Test HNMR IR MS
Spectrum http://www.fao.org/ag/agn/jecfa-flav/img/jecfa68/1703-hnmr.gif
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