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99% Purity Difurfuryl Disulfide Furfuryl Disulfide CAS 4437-20-1
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xProduct Details
| Fusing Point | 10-11 °C (lit.) | Boiling Point | 112-115 °C/0.5 MmHg (lit.) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Density | 1.233 G/mL At 25 °C (lit.) | Refractive Index | N20/D 1.585(lit.) |
| Point Of Flammability | >230 °F | Storage Conditions | Keep In Dark Place,Inert Atmosphere,2-8°C |
| Fragrance Type | Coffee | Modality | Liquid |
| Color | Transparent Colorless To Light Yellow | Odor | Sulfury |
| Highlight | 99% Purity Difurfuryl Disulfide,Furfuryl Disulfide CAS 4437-20-1,CAS 4437-20-1 Difurfuryl Disulfide |
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Product Description
Difurfuryldisulfide/Furfuryl Disulfide (CAS 4437-20-1)
Difurfuryl disulfide (4437-20-1): 99% Purity
Difurfuryl disulfide is not a major natural flavor constituent but can be found as a trace component or reaction product in various foods and processes, including:
- The roasting of coffee
- The thermal processing of other foods
- As a degradation product of sugars
- Chemical Intermediate: Serves as a building block in organic synthesis for pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals
| Chemical Name | Difurfuryl disulfide |
|---|---|
| CAS No. | 4437-20-1 |
| MF | C10H10O2S2 |
| EINECS No. | 224-649-6 |
| FEMA No. | 3146 |
| Type | synthetic |
| Usage | Daily Flavor, Food Flavor |
| Purity | 99% |
| MW | 226.32 |
| Appearance | Colorless to yellow |
Applications of Difurfuryl Disulfide
Difurfuryl Disulfide: Applications and Functional Uses
Difurfuryl disulfide is a pivotal organic sulfur compound, renowned almost exclusively for its profound impact on the flavor and fragrance industries. It is a key character-impact flavorant, meaning it is responsible for the characteristic aroma of a specific, highly popular food.
1. Primary Application: Flavor and Fragrance Industry
This is the dominant and most significant application of Difurfuryl disulfide. Its use is centered around its powerful and distinctive aroma.
- The Essence of Coffee Aroma: Difurfuryl disulfide is arguably the most critical compound for creating the characteristic aroma of roasted coffee, especially ground coffee. It is formed during the Maillard reaction and roasting process.
- Function: Provides deep, sulfurous, slightly meaty, and intensely roasty notes that are instantly recognizable as "coffee." Effective even at parts-per-billion (ppb) concentrations.
- Use: Essential component in:
- Coffee Flavors: Used in coffee syrups, instant coffees, coffee liqueurs, and coffee-flavored candies or desserts
- Savory Flavors: Used in meat flavors (especially roasted or boiled meats) and savory reaction flavors
- Meat and Savory Flavors: Contributes to flavor profiles of cooked meats, imparting roasted, savory, and slightly onion/garlic-like notes. Used in processed meats, savory snacks, soups, and sauces.
2. Other Specialized Applications
- Food Chemistry Research: Used as an analytical standard to study volatile compounds in roasted coffee
- Organic Synthesis: Serves as a specialty intermediate for synthesizing more complex furan-containing molecules
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