Food safety and quality
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Flavouring |
bis(2-Methyl-3-furyl) tetrasulfide |
Synonym(s) |
3.3'Tetrathio-bis(2-methylfuran);2-Methyl-3-furyl tetrasulfide |
Latest JECFA evaluation |
2002 (Session 59) |
Status of specification |
Full |
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Chemical name |
bis(2-Methyl-3-furyl) tetrasulfide |
JECFA number |
1068 |
CAS number |
28588-76-3 |
FEMA number |
3260 |
COE number |
724 |
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Molecular weight |
290.43 |
Chemical formula |
C10H10O2S4 |
Physical form/odour |
Clear yellow liquid; meaty aroma |
Solubility |
Insoluble in water; slighty soulble in fat |
Solubility in ethanol |
Slightly soluble at room temperature |
Boiling point (°C) |
142-147° (0.8 mm Hg) |
Assay min % |
96% |
Acid value max |
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Refractive index |
1.671-1.693 |
Specific gravity |
1.366-1.378 |
Other requirements |
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