Food safety and quality: details

Flavouring	2,4,6-Trithiaheptane
Synonym(s)
Latest JECFA evaluation	2007 (Session 68)
Status of specification	Full
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Chemical name	2,4,6-Trithiaheptane
JECFA number	1684
CAS number	6540-86-9
FEMA number	4214
COE number
FLAVIS number	12.240
Molecular weight	154.32
Chemical formula	C4H10S3
Physical form/odour	Clear, almost colourless liquid; Cooked brown roasted aroma
Solubility	Soluble in triacetin
Solubility in ethanol	Soluble
Boiling point (°C)	250-255°
Assay min %	93%
Acid value max
Refractive index	NA
Specific gravity	NA
Other requirements	Product is a 10% solution of trithiaheptane, purity 95% min, in triacetin
ID Test	HNMR IR MS
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