Food safety and quality
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Flavouring |
3-Methyl-1,2,4-trithiane |
Synonym(s) |
3-Methyl-1,2,4-trithiacyclohexane |
Latest JECFA evaluation |
2000 (Session 55) |
Status of specification |
Full |
Information required |
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Chemical name |
3-Methyl-1,2,4-trithiane |
JECFA number |
574 |
CAS number |
43040-01-3 |
FEMA number |
3718 |
COE number |
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Molecular weight |
152.29 |
Chemical formula |
C4H8S3 |
Physical form/odour |
colourless liquid with strong odour |
Solubility |
insoluble in water; soluble in fat |
Solubility in ethanol |
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Boiling point (°C) |
226° |
Assay min % |
98% |
Acid value max |
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Refractive index |
1.617-1.627 |
Specific gravity |
1.276 (d20/4) |
Other requirements |
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ID Test |
MS |
Spectrum |
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