Food safety and quality: details

Flavouring	3-(Methylthio)methylthiophene
Synonym(s)
Latest JECFA evaluation	2007 (Session 68)
Status of specification	Full
Information required
Chemical name	3-(Methylthio)methylthiophene
JECFA number	1765
CAS number	61675-72-7
FEMA number	4184
COE number
FLAVIS number	15.126
Molecular weight	144.26
Chemical formula	C6H8S2
Physical form/odour	Clear, colourless liquid; Cooked, brown and roasted dairy aroma
Solubility	Soluble in most organic solvents; insoluble in water
Solubility in ethanol	Soluble
Boiling point (°C)	210-211°
Assay min %	97%
Acid value max
Refractive index	1.580-1.585
Specific gravity	1.522-1.525
Other requirements
ID Test	HNMR IR MS
Spectrum