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Online Edition: "Specifications for Flavourings"

Flavouring (+/-)-3-(Ethylthio)butanol
Synonym(s)
Latest JECFA evaluation 2007 (Session 68)
Status of specification Full
Chemical name 3-(Ethylthio)butanol
JECFA number 1703
CAS number 117013-33-9
FEMA number 4282
COE number
FLAVIS number
Molecular weight 134.24
Chemical formula C6H14OS
Physical form/odour Pale yellow to colourless liquid; Cooked brown roasted nutty aroma
Solubility Insoluble in water; slightly soluble in heptane and triacetin
Solubility in ethanol Slightly soluble
Boiling point (°C) 79-81° (1 mm Hg)
Assay min % 96%
Acid value max
Refractive index 1.468-1.476
Specific gravity 0.941-0.947
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