Food safety and quality
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Flavouring |
2,5-Dihydroxy-1,4-dithiane |
Synonym(s) |
Mercaptoacetaldehyde dimer;p-Diathane-2,5-diol |
Latest JECFA evaluation |
1999 (Session 53) |
Status of specification |
Full |
Information required |
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Chemical name |
2,5-Dihydroxy-1,4-dithiane |
JECFA number |
550 |
CAS number |
40018-26-6 |
FEMA number |
3826 |
COE number |
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Molecular weight |
152.23 |
Chemical formula |
C4H8O2S2 |
Physical form/odour |
white to off-white powder |
Solubility |
slightly soluble in water; soluble in alcohol |
Solubility in ethanol |
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Boiling point (°C) |
NA |
Assay min % |
97% |
Acid value max |
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Refractive index |
NA |
Specific gravity |
NA |
Other requirements |
Melting Pt.: 130° |
ID Test |
IR, MS |
Spectrum |
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