Food safety and quality: details

Flavouring	3-[(2-Methyl-3-furyl)thio]-2-butanone
Synonym(s)	3-[(2-Methyl-3-furanyl)sulfanyl]-2-butanone;3-(2-Methyl-3-furylthio)-2-butanone;3-[(2-Methyl-3-furyl)sulfanyl]-2-butanone
Latest JECFA evaluation	2018 (Session 86)
Status of specification	Full
Information required
Chemical name	3-((2-Methyl-3-furyl)thio)-2-butanone
JECFA number	1525
CAS number	61295-44-1
FEMA number	4056
COE number
FLAVIS number	13.190
Molecular weight	184.25
Chemical formula	C9H12O2S
Physical form/odour	Colourless liquid; Spicy, floral aroma
Solubility	Soluble in ethyl acetate, triacetin, Practically insoluble in water
Solubility in ethanol	Soluble
Boiling point (°C)	70° (0.75 mm Hg)
Assay min %	99%
Acid value max	1
Refractive index	1.510-1.516
Specific gravity	1.104-1.110
Other requirements
ID Test	HNMR MS
Spectrum