3-methylthiopropanal CAS 3268-49-3

Product Description:

Product Name: 3-methylthiopropanal CAS NO: 3268-49-3

Synonyms:

3-methylsulfanyl-propionaldehyde;

4-Thiapentanal;

3-(Methylmercapto)propionaldehyde (3-(Methylthio)propanal;

Chemical & Physical Properties:

Appearance: Colorless to amber liquid with an extremely foul and persistent odor

Assay :≥99.0%

Density: 1.05

Boiling Point: 165-166℃ (11 torr)

Melting Point: -68℃

Flash Point: 61℃

Refractive Index: 1.484-1.493

Sensitive: Air sensitive

Stability: Stable at room temperature in closed containers under normal storage and handling conditions.

Storage Condition: 2-8℃

Vapor Density: >1 (vs air)

Vapor Pressure: 760 mm Hg (165℃)

Safety Information:

RTECS: UE2285000

Hazard Class: 6.1(b)

Safety Statements: S26-S37/39

HS Code: 29309070

Packing Group: III

WGK Germany: 1

RIDADR: UN 2785

Risk Statements: R20; R36/37/38

Hazard Code: Xn

Methional is an organic compound with the formula CH3SCH2CH2CHO. It is a colorless liquid that is a degradation product of methionine. It is a notable flavor in potato-based snacks, namely potato chips, one of the most popular foods containing methional. Traces of the compound can also be found in black tea and green tea based products. Methional contains both aldehyde and thioether functional groups. It is readily soluble in alcohol solvents, including propylene glycol and dipropylene glycol.

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