Food safety and quality: details

Flavouring	2,8-Dithianon-4-ene-4-carboxaldehyde
Synonym(s)
Latest JECFA evaluation	2004 (Session 63)
Status of specification	Full
Information required
Chemical name	5-(Methylthio)-2-(methylthiomethyl)-2-pentenal
JECFA number	471
CAS number	59902-01-1
FEMA number	3483
COE number	11904
FLAVIS number	12.065
Molecular weight	190.32
Chemical formula	C8H14OS2
Physical form/odour
Solubility	slightly soluble in water
Solubility in ethanol
Boiling point (°C)	104-105° (10 mmHg)
Assay min %	98%
Acid value max
Refractive index	1.557-1.567
Specific gravity	1.105-1.107
Other requirements
ID Test	HNMR, IR
Spectrum