Food safety and quality: details

Flavouring	2,6-Dimethyl-3-[(2-methyl-3-furyl)thio]-4-heptanone
Synonym(s)	3-[(2-Methyl-3-furyl)thiol]-2,6-dimethyl-4-heptanone;1,3-Diisopropylacetonyl 2-methyl-3-furyl sulfide
Latest JECFA evaluation	2002 (Session 59)
Status of specification	Full
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Chemical name	2,6-Dimethyl-3-((2-methyl-3-furyl)thio)heptan-4-one
JECFA number	1086
CAS number	61295-51-0
FEMA number	3538
COE number	11915
FLAVIS number
Molecular weight	254.39
Chemical formula	C14H22O2S
Physical form/odour	Liquid; meat-like odour
Solubility	Insoluble in water; soluble in fat
Solubility in ethanol	Miscible at room temperature
Boiling point (°C)	90-92° (0.2 mm Hg)
Assay min %	94%
Acid value max
Refractive index	1.488-1.494
Specific gravity	1.006-1.022
Other requirements	SC: 2,6-Dimethyl-2-[(2-methyl-3-furyl)thio]-4-heptanone
ID Test	IR NMR
Spectrum