Food safety and quality
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Flavouring |
2-Methyl-2-(methyldithio)propanal |
Synonym(s) |
2-(Methydithio) isobutylraldehyde |
Latest JECFA evaluation |
2001 (Session 57) |
Status of specification |
Full |
Information required |
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Chemical name |
2-Methyl-2-(methyldithio)propanal |
JECFA number |
580 |
CAS number |
67952-60-7 |
FEMA number |
3866 |
COE number |
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Molecular weight |
150.27 |
Chemical formula |
C5H10OS2 |
Physical form/odour |
colourless to pale yellow liquid |
Solubility |
very slightly soluble in water;soluble in alcohol and oils |
Solubility in ethanol |
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Boiling point (°C) |
46° (1 mm Hg) |
Assay min % |
95% |
Acid value max |
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Refractive index |
1.512-1.522 |
Specific gravity |
1.095-1.100 |
Other requirements |
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