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Flavouring	2,5-Dimethyl-2,5-dihydroxy-1,4-dithiane
Synonym(s)	2,5-Dimethyl-2,5-dihdroxy-p-dithiane
Latest JECFA evaluation	2001 (Session 57)
Status of specification	Full
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Chemical name	2,5-Dimethyl-2,5-dihydroxy-1,4-dithiane
JECFA number	562
CAS number	55704-78-4
FEMA number	3450
COE number	2322
FLAVIS number
Molecular weight	180.28
Chemical formula	C6H12O2S2
Physical form/odour	white crystalline solid
Solubility	slightly soluble in water; soluble in alcohol
Solubility in ethanol
Boiling point (°C)	NA
Assay min %	95%
Acid value max
Refractive index	NA
Specific gravity	NA
Other requirements	mp: 183°
ID Test	NMR
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