Food safety and quality: details

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
Information required
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