2,5-dithiahexane

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ethane, 1,2-bis(methylthio)-

CAS: 6628-18-8 C4 H10 S2 MW: 122.25370000 sulfurous

Identification

Name2,5-dithiahexane
IUPAC1,2-bis(methylsulfanyl)ethane
CAS Number6628-18-8
FDA UNIID37463NMIR
Molecular FormulaC4 H10 S2
Molecular Weight122.25370000
Nikkaji NumberJ101.104I

Regulatory

JECFA Food Flavoring1707 2,5-dithiahexane
FEMA Number4298
FDANo longer provide for the use of these seven synthetic flavoring substances
FDA Mainterm (SATF)6628-18-8 ; 2,5-DITHIAHEXANE

Physical Properties

Appearance colorless to pale yellow clear liquid (est)
Assay 99.00 to 100.00
Food Chemicals Codex Listed No
Specific Gravity 1.03900 to 1.04900 @ 25.00 °C.
Pounds per Gallon - (est). 8.646 to 8.729
Refractive Index 1.52600 to 1.53300 @ 20.00 °C.
Boiling Point 178.00 to 180.00 °C. @ 760.00 mm Hg
Vapor Pressure 1.428000 mmHg @ 25.00 °C. (est)
Flash Point 139.00 °F. TCC ( 59.44 °C. )
logP (o/w) 1.538 (est)
Soluble in alcohol
Insoluble in water

Organoleptic Properties

Odor Description at 0.10 % in propylene glycol.

Safety Information

Oral/Parenteral ToxicityNot determined
Dermal ToxicityNot determined
Inhalation ToxicityNot determined

GHS Classification

['GHS Classification in accordance with 29 CFR 1910 (OSHA HCS)', 'GHS Label elements, including precautionary statements']

Safety in Use

Categoryflavoring agents
Recommendation for 2,5-dithiahexane usage levels up tonot for fragrance use.
baked goods-
beverages(nonalcoholic)-
beverages(alcoholic)-
breakfast cereal-
cheese-
chewing gum-
condiments / relishes0.02000
confectionery froastings-
egg products0.02000
fats / oils-
fish products0.02000
frozen dairy0.02000
fruit ices-
gelatins / puddings-
granulated sugar-
gravies0.02000
hard candy-
imitation dairy-
instant coffee / tea-
jams / jellies-
meat products0.02000
milk products0.01000
nut products0.01000
other grains-
poultry0.02000
processed fruits-
processed vegetables0.01000
reconstituted vegetables0.01000
seasonings / flavors10.00000
snack foods0.02000
soft candy-
soups0.02000
sugar substitutes-
sweet sauces-

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Potential Uses

FL butter FL cream FL cream ice cream FL cream sour cream FL custard FL dairy FL milk FL milk buttermilk FL milk malted milk FL yogurt

Natural Occurrence

found in nature

Synonyms

ethane, 1,2-bis(methylthio)- 1,2-bis( methyl mercapto) ethane 1,2-bis( methyl thio) ethane 1,2-bis( methylsulfanyl)ethane 1,2-bis( methylthio)ethane Try the PubMed Search.