2,5-Dimethyl-2,5-dihydroxy 1,4-dithiane CAS:55704-78-4
Use at ultra-low dosage in final food products. Typical working range: 0.001–0.1 ppm.
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2,5-Dimethyl-2,5-dihydroxy-1,4-dithiane CAS 55704-78-4 FEMA3450 Meat Savory Flavor
Basic Information
- Product Name: 2,5-Dimethyl-2,5-dihydroxy-1,4-dithiane
- Alias: Dimeric mercapto propanone
- CAS No.: 55704-78-4
- FEMA: 3450
- JECFA: 562
- EINECS: 259-770-3
- Molecular Formula: C₆H₁₂O₂S₂
- Molecular Weight: 180.29
Physicochemical Properties
Appearance: White or off-white crystalline solid.
Odor: Meaty, chicken broth, onion and savory sulphury note.
Melting Point: 124–127 °C
Solubility: Slightly soluble in water, soluble in ethanol and methanol.
Purity: ≥95%
Shelf Life: 12 months under proper sealed storage.
Application
It is approved synthetic food flavoring ingredient.
Mainly used for savory meat flavor formulation.
Suitable for chicken, pork, beef, onion and vegetable flavor bases.
Widely applied in meat seasonings, savory snacks, soup and canned food.
It delivers authentic cooked meat and roasted onion aroma profile.
Recommended Dosage
Use at ultra-low dosage in final food products.
Typical working range: 0.001–0.1 ppm.
Pre-dissolve in ethanol or propylene glycol before blending.
Conduct small batch test to avoid over-addition.
About Us
Founded in 2008, Taima Monomer Flavor Co., Ltd. is one of China’s leading manufacturers specializing in heterocyclic synthetic flavors.
To support sustained and accelerated growth, the company established a manufacturing facility in 2015 within the Taima Food Industrial Park in Xi’an. The site covers approximately 66,600 square meters, with cumulative total investment reaching RMB 150 million. The facility currently operates four standardized production workshops equipped with over 300 sets of production equipment.
Mature production processes, well-maintained equipment, and advanced testing instruments ensure consistent product quality and on-time delivery. A dedicated technical team, centered on five specialists, has been established to support the R&D of novel, distinctive, and premium products tailored to specific customer requirements and emerging market demands.
Product Specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Product Name | 2,5-Dimethyl-2,5-dihydroxy 1,4-dithiane CAS:55704-78-4 |
| 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.