Food safety and quality: details

Flavouring	3,5-Dimethyl-1,2,4-trithiolane
Synonym(s)	3,5-Dimethyl-1,2,4-trithiacyclopentane;2,5-Dimethyl-1,3,4-trithiolane
Latest JECFA evaluation	2000 (Session 55)
Status of specification	Full
Information required
Chemical name	3,5-Dimethyl-1,2,4-trithiolane
JECFA number	573
CAS number	23654-92-4
FEMA number	3541
COE number	11883
FLAVIS number
Molecular weight	152.29
Chemical formula	C4H8S3
Physical form/odour
Solubility	insoluble in water; soluble in fat
Solubility in ethanol
Boiling point (°C)	43-45° (0.7 mm Hg)
Assay min %	98%
Acid value max
Refractive index	1.593-1.603
Specific gravity	1.241-1.261
Other requirements
ID Test	IR
Spectrum