Food safety and quality: details

Flavouring	bis(2-Methyl-3-furyl) tetrasulfide
Synonym(s)	3.3'Tetrathio-bis(2-methylfuran);2-Methyl-3-furyl tetrasulfide
Latest JECFA evaluation	2002 (Session 59)
Status of specification	Full
Information required
Chemical name	bis(2-Methyl-3-furyl) tetrasulfide
JECFA number	1068
CAS number	28588-76-3
FEMA number	3260
COE number	724
FLAVIS number
Molecular weight	290.43
Chemical formula	C10H10O2S4
Physical form/odour	Clear yellow liquid; meaty aroma
Solubility	Insoluble in water; slighty soulble in fat
Solubility in ethanol	Slightly soluble at room temperature
Boiling point (°C)	142-147° (0.8 mm Hg)
Assay min %	96%
Acid value max
Refractive index	1.671-1.693
Specific gravity	1.366-1.378
Other requirements
ID Test	NMR
Spectrum