2,4-Dithiapentane

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2,4-Dithiapentane
2,4-dithiapentane
IUPAC name 2,4-Dithiapentane
Other names Bis(methylthio)methane
Bis(methylsulfanyl)methane
Bis(methylmercapto)methane
Identifiers
CAS number [1618-26-4]
SMILES CSCSC
Properties
Molecular formula C3H8S2
Molar mass 108.226 g/mol
Appearance Liquid
Density 1.059 g/cm³, liquid
Boiling point

142-148 °C (415-421 K)

Solubility in water  ? (immiscible)
Viscosity  ?
Hazards
MSDS External MSDS
NFPA 704
2
1
0
 
R-phrases R10
S-phrases S16
Flash point 43 °C
Except where noted otherwise, data are given for
materials in their standard state
(at 25 °C, 100 kPa)

Infobox disclaimer and references

2,4-Dithiapentane is an organic compound known to be an important component of truffle flavor. It is used as a primary aromatic ingredient in truffle oil when combined in an olive oil base.[1]


[edit] References

  1. ^ Patterson, Daniel (2007-05-16). Hocus-Pocus, and a Beaker of Truffles. The New York Times. Retrieved on 2008-02-13.


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