Name | 2,3-butanedithiol |
Synonyms | Butanedithiol 2,3-Butandithiol 2,3-butanedithiol 2,3-BUTANEDITHIOL butane-2,3-dithiol 1,4-DIMERCAPTOBUTANE 2,3-DIMERCAPTOBUTANE |
CAS | 4532-64-3 |
EINECS | 224-870-8 |
InChI | InChI=1/C4H10S2/c1-3(5)4(2)6/h3-6H,1-2H3 |
Molecular Formula | C4H10S2 |
Molar Mass | 122.25 |
Density | 0.995 g/mL at 25 °C (lit.) |
Melting Point | -53.9°C (estimate) |
Boling Point | 86-87 °C/50 mmHg (lit.) |
Flash Point | 126°F |
JECFA Number | 539 |
Vapor Presure | 2.15mmHg at 25°C |
Vapor Density | >1 (vs air) |
Appearance | liquid (estimate) |
Specific Gravity | 0.995 |
Color | Colorless to Light yellow to Light orange |
pKa | 9.93±0.10(Predicted) |
Refractive Index | n20/D 1.5194(lit.) |
Physical and Chemical Properties | Boiling point 86 ° C (50 torr) |
Hazard Symbols | Xn - Harmful |
Risk Codes | R10 - Flammable R22 - Harmful if swallowed R36/37/38 - Irritating to eyes, respiratory system and skin. |
Safety Description | S16 - Keep away from sources of ignition. S26 - In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical advice. |
UN IDs | UN 3336 3/PG 3 |
WGK Germany | 3 |
HS Code | 29309090 |
Hazard Class | 3.2 |
Packing Group | III |
FEMA | 3477 | 2,3-BUTANEDITHIOL |
EPA chemical information | Information provided by: ofmpub.epa.gov (external link) |
toxicity | GRAS(FEMA). |
usage limit | FEMA(mg/kg): baked products, meat products and soup are all 0.2 (the dosage of total dithiol shall not exceed 1.0). |
production method | food spices. Used for roast beef, Italian sausage, coffee, etc. |