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Online Edition: "Specifications for Flavourings"

Flavouring 5-(Methylthio)pentyl isothiocyanate
Synonym(s)
Latest JECFA evaluation 2008 (Session 69)
Status of specification Full
Chemical name 1-Isothiocyanato-5-(methylthio)-pentane
JECFA number 1896
CAS number 4430-42-6
FEMA number 4416
COE number
FLAVIS number
Molecular weight 175.32
Chemical formula C7H13NS2
Physical form/odour Pale yellow liquid; Penetrating raddish-like aroma
Solubility Very slightly soluble in water; freely soluble in ether
Solubility in ethanol Soluble
Boiling point (°C) 131-133° (4 mm Hg)
Assay min % 96%
Acid value max
Refractive index 1.542-1.548
Specific gravity 1.055-1.061 (20°)
Other requirements
ID Test MS
Spectrum