Food safety and quality
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Flavouring |
Ethyl 2-(methylthio)acetate |
Synonym(s) |
Ethyl beta-(methylthio)propionate |
Latest JECFA evaluation |
2000 (Session 55) |
Status of specification |
Full |
Information required |
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Chemical name |
Ethyl (methylthio)acetate |
JECFA number |
475 |
CAS number |
4455-13-4 |
FEMA number |
3835 |
COE number |
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Molecular weight |
134.21 |
Chemical formula |
C5H10O2S |
Physical form/odour |
colourless liquid with a fruity odour |
Solubility |
very slightly soluble in water; soluble in alcohols and oils |
Solubility in ethanol |
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Boiling point (°C) |
70-72° (25 mm Hg) |
Assay min % |
98% |
Acid value max |
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Refractive index |
1.454-1.462 |
Specific gravity |
1.038-1.043 |
Other requirements |
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