Food safety and quality
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Flavouring |
2-Methyl-3-(methylthio)furan |
Synonym(s) |
2-Methyl-3-thiomethylfuran |
Latest JECFA evaluation |
2002 (Session 59) |
Status of specification |
Full |
Information required |
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Chemical name |
2-Methyl-3-(methylthio)furan |
JECFA number |
1061 |
CAS number |
63012-97-5 |
FEMA number |
3949 |
COE number |
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Molecular weight |
128.19 |
Chemical formula |
C6H8OS |
Physical form/odour |
Yellow liquid; meaty aroma |
Solubility |
Insoluble in water,soluble in organic solvents,oils |
Solubility in ethanol |
Miscible at room temperature |
Boiling point (°C) |
172° |
Assay min % |
95% |
Acid value max |
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Refractive index |
1.506-1.514 |
Specific gravity |
1.064-1.071 (20°) |
Other requirements |
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ID Test |
NMR |
Spectrum |

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