Preferred name | dodecyl mercaptan |
Trivial Name | 1-Dodecanethiol |
Short Description | dodecanethiol |
Formula | C12 H26 S |
CAS Number | 112-55-0 |
FEMA Number | 4581 |
ECHA Number | 203-984-1 |
FDA UNII | S8ZJB6X253 |
Nikkaji Number | J22.130I |
Beilstein Number | 0969337 |
MDL | MFCD00004885 |
Bio Activity Summary | External link |
NMR Predictor | External link |
JECFA Food Flavoring | 1924 dodecanethiol |
FDA Patent | No longer provide for the use of these seven synthetic flavoring substances |
FDA Mainterm | 112-55-0 ; N-DODECYLMERCAPTAN |
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Export Tariff Code: | 2930.90.9190 |
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FAO: | Dodecanethiol |
Formulations/Preparations: •the commercial product is a mixture of isomers. •grade: 95% |
Material listed in food chemical codex | No |
Molecular weight | 202.40422058105 |
Specific gravity | @ 20 °C |
Pounds per Gallon | 7.014 to 7.098 |
Refractive Index | 1.454 to 1.464 @ 20 °C |
Melting Point | -8 to -7°C @ 760 mm Hg |
Boiling Point | 273 to 274°C @ 760 mm Hg |
Boiling Point | 142 to 143°C @ 16 mm Hg |
Vapor Pressure | 0.009 mmHg @ 25 °C |
Vapor Density | 6.9 |
Flash Point TCC Value | 120 °C TCC |
logP (o/w) | 6.537 est |
Solubility | |
alcohol | Yes |
water, 0.2251 mg/L @ 25 °C (est) | Yes |
water | No |
Odor Type: Sulfurous | |
skunk, cooked, meaty | |
General comment | At 0.10 % in propylene glycol. skunk cooked meat |
Flavor Type: Meaty | |
meaty | |
General comment | Meaty |
Applications | |
Flavoring purposes | Beverage , Meat , Savory |
Other purposes | Chewing gum , Confection |
Preferred SDS: View | |
European information : | |
Most important hazard(s): | |
Xn - Harmful. | |
R 37/38 - Irritating to respiratory system and skin. R 41 - Risk of serious damage to eyes. R 42/43 - May cause sensitization by inhalation and skin contact. S 02 - Keep out of the reach of children. S 23 - Do not breath vapour. S 24/25 - Avoid contact with skin and eyes. S 26 - In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical advice. S 36/37/39 - Wear suitable clothing, gloves and eye/face protection. S 45 - In case of accident or if you feel unwell seek medical advice immediately. | |
Hazards identification | |
Classification of the substance or mixture | |
GHS Classification in accordance with 29 CFR 1910 (OSHA HCS) | |
None found. | |
GHS Label elements, including precautionary statements | |
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Hazard statement(s) | |
None found. | |
Precautionary statement(s) | |
None found. | |
Oral/Parenteral Toxicity: | |
Not determined | |
Dermal Toxicity: | |
Not determined | |
Inhalation Toxicity: | |
Not determined |
Category: | |||
antioxidants and stabilizers | |||
Recommendation for dodecyl mercaptan usage levels up to: | |||
not for fragrance use. | |||
Use levels for FEMA GRAS flavoring substances on which the FEMA Expert Panel based its judgments that the substances are generally recognized as safe (GRAS). | |||
The Expert Panel also publishes separate extensive reviews of scientific information on all FEMA GRAS flavoring substances and can be found at FEMA Flavor Ingredient Library | |||
publication number: 24 | |||
Click here to view publication 24 | |||
average usual ppm | average maximum ppm | ||
baked goods: | - | - | |
beverages(nonalcoholic): | 0.00100 | 0.00500 | |
beverages(alcoholic): | 0.00100 | 0.00500 | |
breakfast cereal: | - | - | |
cheese: | - | - | |
chewing gum: | 0.00500 | 0.02000 | |
condiments / relishes: | - | - | |
confectionery froastings: | - | - | |
egg products: | - | - | |
fats / oils: | - | - | |
fish products: | - | - | |
frozen dairy: | - | - | |
fruit ices: | - | - | |
gelatins / puddings: | - | - | |
granulated sugar: | - | - | |
gravies: | - | - | |
hard candy: | 0.00500 | 0.02000 | |
imitation dairy: | - | - | |
instant coffee / tea: | - | - | |
jams / jellies: | - | - | |
meat products: | - | - | |
milk products: | - | - | |
nut products: | - | - | |
other grains: | - | - | |
poultry: | - | - | |
processed fruits: | - | - | |
processed vegetables: | - | - | |
reconstituted vegetables: | - | - | |
seasonings / flavors: | - | - | |
snack foods: | - | - | |
soft candy: | - | - | |
soups: | - | - | |
sugar substitutes: | - | - | |
sweet sauces: | - | - |
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EPA Substance Registry Services (TSCA):112-55-0 |
EPA ACToR:Toxicology Data |
EPA Substance Registry Services (SRS):Registry |
Laboratory Chemical Safety Summary :8195 |
National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases:Data |
WISER:UN 3334 |
WGK Germany:3 |
dodecane-1-thiol |
Chemidplus:0000112550 |
EPA/NOAA CAMEO:hazardous materials |
RTECS:112-55-0 |