Food safety and quality
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Flavouring |
2-Methyl-4-propyl-1,3-oxathiane |
Synonym(s) |
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Latest JECFA evaluation |
2000 (Session 55) |
Status of specification |
Full |
Information required |
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Chemical name |
2-Methyl-4-propyl-1,3-oxathiane |
JECFA number |
464 |
CAS number |
67715-80-4 |
FEMA number |
3578 |
COE number |
11540 |
FLAVIS number |
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Molecular weight |
160.28 |
Chemical formula |
C8H16OS |
Physical form/odour |
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Solubility |
insoluble in water; miscible in alcohol and oil |
Solubility in ethanol |
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Boiling point (°C) |
89-90° (12mm Hg) |
Assay min % |
98% |
Acid value max |
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Refractive index |
1.475-1.485 |
Specific gravity |
0.970-0.982 |
Other requirements |
80-90% cis isomer |
ID Test |
MS |
Spectrum |
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