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Online Edition: "Specifications for Flavourings"

Flavouring 1-(2-Thienyl)ethanethiol
Synonym(s) 2-(1-Mercaptoethyl)thiophene;1-Thiophen-2-ylethanethio
Latest JECFA evaluation 2012 (Session 76)
Status of specification Full
Chemical name 1-(Thiophen-2-yl)ethanethiol
JECFA number 2112
CAS number 94089-02-8
FEMA number 4646
COE number 11580
FLAVIS number 15.105
Molecular weight 144.26
Chemical formula C6H8S2
Physical form/odour Colourless clear liquid; Strong mercaptan aroma
Solubility Very slightly soluble in water
Solubility in ethanol Soluble
Boiling point (°C) 212-213°
Assay min % 95%
Acid value max
Refractive index 1.568-1.578
Specific gravity 1.141-1.151
Other requirements
ID Test MS
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