Food safety and quality: details

Flavouring	(+/-)-2,8-Epithio-cis-p-menthane
Synonym(s)	4,7,7-Trimethyl-6-thiabicyclo[3.2.1]octane
Latest JECFA evaluation	2007 (Session 68)
Status of specification	Full
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Chemical name	2,8-Epithio-cis-p-menthane
JECFA number	1685
CAS number	68398-18-5
FEMA number	4108
COE number
FLAVIS number	12.120
Molecular weight	170.32
Chemical formula	C10H18S
Physical form/odour	Colourless to pale yellow clear liquid; Earthy, citrus aroma with menthol-like undertones
Solubility	Insoluble in water
Solubility in ethanol	Soluble
Boiling point (°C)	80° (0.9 mm Hg)
Assay min %	93%
Acid value max	2
Refractive index	1.513-1.521
Specific gravity	0.997-1.001
Other requirements	Also contains 5-6% limonene
ID Test	IR MS
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