Food safety and quality
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Flavouring |
2,6-Dimethyl-3-[(2-methyl-3-furyl)thio]-4-heptanone |
Synonym(s) |
3-[(2-Methyl-3-furyl)thiol]-2,6-dimethyl-4-heptanone;1,3-Diisopropylacetonyl 2-methyl-3-furyl sulfide |
Latest JECFA evaluation |
2002 (Session 59) |
Status of specification |
Full |
Information required |
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Chemical name |
2,6-Dimethyl-3-((2-methyl-3-furyl)thio)heptan-4-one |
JECFA number |
1086 |
CAS number |
61295-51-0 |
FEMA number |
3538 |
COE number |
11915 |
FLAVIS number |
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Molecular weight |
254.39 |
Chemical formula |
C14H22O2S |
Physical form/odour |
Liquid; meat-like odour |
Solubility |
Insoluble in water; soluble in fat |
Solubility in ethanol |
Miscible at room temperature |
Boiling point (°C) |
90-92° (0.2 mm Hg) |
Assay min % |
94% |
Acid value max |
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Refractive index |
1.488-1.494 |
Specific gravity |
1.006-1.022 |
Other requirements |
SC: 2,6-Dimethyl-2-[(2-methyl-3-furyl)thio]-4-heptanone |
ID Test |
IR NMR |
Spectrum |
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