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Online Edition: "Specifications for Flavourings"

Flavouring 3-(Methylthio)propyl hexanoate (Safety evaluation not completed)
Synonym(s)
Latest JECFA evaluation 2010 (Session 73)
Status of specification Full
Chemical name 3-(methylthio)propyl hexanoate
JECFA number 1941
CAS number 906079-63-8
FEMA number 4436
COE number
FLAVIS number
Molecular weight 204.33
Chemical formula C10H20O2S
Physical form/odour Clear colourless to pale yellow liquid; Sharp penetrating aroma with fruity undertones
Solubility Practically insoluble or insoluble in water
Solubility in ethanol Soluble
Boiling point (°C) 270-272°
Assay min % 98%
Acid value max
Refractive index 1.448-1.468
Specific gravity 0.915-0.998
Other requirements Safety evaluation not completed
ID Test HNMR
Spectrum