Food safety and quality: details

Flavouring	bis(2-Methyl-3-furyl) disulfide
Synonym(s)	3,3'-Dithio-bis(2-methylfuran);3,3'-Dithio-2,2'-dimethyldifuran;2-Methyl-3-furyl disulfide
Latest JECFA evaluation	2002 (Session 59)
Status of specification	Full
Information required
Chemical name	bis(2-Methyl-3-furyl) disulfide
JECFA number	1066
CAS number	28588-75-2
FEMA number	3259
COE number	723
FLAVIS number
Molecular weight	226.31
Chemical formula	C10H10O2S2
Physical form/odour	Colourless liquid; roast, meaty aroma
Solubility	Insoluble in water,soluble in organic solvents
Solubility in ethanol	Miscible at room temperature
Boiling point (°C)	84-85° (0.3mmHg)
Assay min %	98%
Acid value max
Refractive index	1.572-1.583
Specific gravity	1.146-1.154
Other requirements
ID Test	NMR
Spectrum