Food safety and quality
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Flavouring |
1,4-Dithiane |
Synonym(s) |
p-Dithiane;Diethylene disulfide;Tetrahydro-1,4-dithiin;1,4-Dithiacyclohexane |
Latest JECFA evaluation |
2000 (Session 55) |
Status of specification |
Full |
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Chemical name |
1,4-Dithiane |
JECFA number |
456 |
CAS number |
505-29-3 |
FEMA number |
3831 |
COE number |
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Molecular weight |
120.24 |
Chemical formula |
C4H8S2 |
Physical form/odour |
white to off-white crystals |
Solubility |
slightly soluble in hot water;soluble in hot alcohol, oil |
Solubility in ethanol |
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Boiling point (°C) |
199-200° |
Assay min % |
97% |
Acid value max |
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Refractive index |
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Specific gravity |
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Other requirements |
Melting point: 110-112° |
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