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2,3‑Butanedithiol CAS 4532‑64‑3 FEMA 3477 Food Grade Aroma Chemical High Purity Raw Material for Savory Meat Flavor Compounding

2,3‑Butanedithiol CAS 4532‑64‑3 FEMA 3477

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Commonly referred to as Butane‑2,3‑dithiol, 2,3‑Butanedithiol (CAS 4532‑64‑3, FEMA 3477) stands out as a high‑value sulfur‑containing savory flavor intermediate across the global food‑flavor industry.This pale‑yellow liquid delivers powerful roasted‑beef, meaty and allium‑type aroma profiles, which makes it irreplaceable for manufacturing reaction flavors, meat seasonings and savory essences. As a reliable supplier, Taima provides food‑grade 2,3‑Butanedithiol with GC≥98% purity alongside full regulatory documentation for worldwide flavor‑house clients. For comparison with similar sulfur‑based aroma materials, you can check our related product page for 2,3,5‑Trimethylpyrazine.

2,3‑Butanedithiol's Chemical Properties

Pale‑yellow transparent liquid, molecular formula (\mathrm{C_4H_{10}S_2}), molecular weight 122.24. Density 0.995 g/mL @25℃, boiling point 86‑87℃ (50 mmHg). Insoluble in water, miscible with ethanol, propylene glycol and oils. Powerful savory‑meaty, roasted‑beef note with coffee, onion‑garlic sulfur undertones, ultra‑low odor threshold. Prone to oxidation; store sealed under inert gas, cool & dark environment to prevent performance degradation.

Applications

• Savory food flavoring: Key sulfur‑containing flavor intermediate for roast beef, sausage, meat broth, reaction flavors, enhance authentic cooked‑meat umami effect.

• Seasoning & snack: Applied in sauces, instant soup bases, puffed food, processed meat products for deep savory base note.

• Beverage & special essence: Coffee‑style flavor compounding, allium‑type savory flavor bases.
• Fine‑chemical lab research: Organic synthesis intermediate for flavor‑related R&D.

Taima Competitive Advantages

✅ High‑purity grade: Food‑grade GC ≥98%, strict impurity control, stable batch‑to‑batch savory aroma, lower formula debugging risk.

✅ Full regulatory documents: FEMA‑3477, JECFA‑539, COA, TDS, SDS available for global flavor‑house import compliance.

✅ Stable factory supply: In‑stock support, sample test, small‑batch & bulk wholesale, new‑customer trial orders accepted.

✅ Specialized packaging: Fluorinated drums / foil packaging options, effectively slow down oxidation for sulfur‑sensitive thiol products.

✅ Technical service: Reference dosage guidance, favorable sample policy for customer formulation validation.

Storage & Handling Reminder

Because 2,3‑Butanedithiol is prone to oxidation, we recommend sealed cold storage. Avoid contact with air for long periods. Our anti‑oxidation‑oriented packaging design minimizes quality loss during ocean freight and long‑distance transportation.

Product Specifications

Specification	Value
Product Name	2,3‑Butanedithiol｜CAS 4532‑64‑3 FEMA 3477
Category	Food flavor monomers
Grade	Food / Flavor Grade
Packaging	1 kg / 5 kg / 25 kg drum
Shelf Life	24 months
Documentation	COA, TDS, MSDS supplied with each shipment
Origin	China

Why Choose Taima Bio

Taima Bio supplies specialty ingredients with defined chemical specifications, full documentation (COA, TDS, MSDS), and reliable international supply. Our products serve food, beverage, confectionery, and flavor formulation customers worldwide, with flexible quantities from laboratory evaluation to commercial-scale packaging.