Food safety and quality
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Flavouring |
4-(Methylthio)-4-methyl-2-pentanone |
Synonym(s) |
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Latest JECFA evaluation |
2000 (Session 55) |
Status of specification |
Full |
Information required |
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Chemical name |
4-Methyl-4-(methylthio)-2-pentanone |
JECFA number |
500 |
CAS number |
23550-40-5 |
FEMA number |
3376 |
COE number |
11551 |
FLAVIS number |
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Molecular weight |
146.25 |
Chemical formula |
C7H14OS |
Physical form/odour |
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Solubility |
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Solubility in ethanol |
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Boiling point (°C) |
84° (12 mm Hg); 78° (15 mm Hg) |
Assay min % |
99% |
Acid value max |
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Refractive index |
1.475-1.485 |
Specific gravity |
0.964 |
Other requirements |
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ID Test |
MS |
Spectrum |
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