Food safety and quality
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Flavouring |
2,4-Dimethyl-5-acetylthiazole |
Synonym(s) |
2,4-Dimethyl-5-thiazoyl methyl ketone |
Latest JECFA evaluation |
2002 (Session 59) |
Status of specification |
Full |
Information required |
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Chemical name |
5-Acetyl-2,4-dimethylthiazole |
JECFA number |
1055 |
CAS number |
38205-60-6 |
FEMA number |
3267 |
COE number |
2336 |
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Molecular weight |
155.22 |
Chemical formula |
C7H9ONS |
Physical form/odour |
Clear, colourless to pale yellow liquid; slightly sulferous, meaty, nutty odour |
Solubility |
Insoluble in water; Soluble in fats, oils, most organic solvents |
Solubility in ethanol |
Miscible at room temperature |
Boiling point (°C) |
228-230° |
Assay min % |
97% |
Acid value max |
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Refractive index |
1.536-1.547 |
Specific gravity |
1.147-1.152 |
Other requirements |
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