Food safety and quality: details

Flavouring	4,5-Dimethyl-2-ethyl-3-thiazoline
Synonym(s)	2-Ethyl-2,5-dihydro-4,5-dimethylthiazole
Latest JECFA evaluation	2002 (Session 59)
Status of specification	Full
Information required
Chemical name	2-Ethyl-4,5-dimethyl-3-thiazoline
JECFA number	1058
CAS number	76788-46-0
FEMA number	3620
COE number
FLAVIS number
Molecular weight	143.25
Chemical formula	C7H13NS
Physical form/odour	Clear liquid; meaty, vegetable odour
Solubility	Insoluble in water; Miscible in fats
Solubility in ethanol	Miscible at room temperature
Boiling point (°C)	50° (3 mm Hg)
Assay min %	98%
Acid value max
Refractive index	1.490-1.495
Specific gravity	1.001-1.010
Other requirements
ID Test	MS IR NMR
Spectrum