| Name | Benzyl methyl sulfide |
| Synonyms | FEMA 3597 methylbenzylsulfide Benzylmethylsulfide Benzyl metyl sulfide Benzyl methyl sulfane Benzyl methyl sulfide Benzyl methyl sulphide Methylthiomethylbenzene 1-(Methylthiomethyl)benzene [(methylsulfanyl)methyl]benzene |
| CAS | 766-92-7 |
| EINECS | 212-174-7 |
| InChI | InChI=1/C8H10S/c1-9-7-8-5-3-2-4-6-8/h2-6H,7H2,1H3 |
| Molecular Formula | C8H10S |
| Molar Mass | 138.23 |
| Density | 1.015g/mLat 25°C(lit.) |
| Melting Point | -28 °C |
| Boling Point | 195-198°C(lit.) |
| Flash Point | 164°F |
| JECFA Number | 460 |
| Water Solubility | Insoluble in water |
| Vapor Presure | 0.507mmHg at 25°C |
| Appearance | clear liquid |
| Specific Gravity | 1.01 |
| Color | Colorless to Light yellow to Light orange |
| Storage Condition | 2-8℃ |
| Refractive Index | n20/D 1.562(lit.) |
| MDL | MFCD00008563 |
| Physical and Chemical Properties | Colorless liquid. Boiling point of 197 deg C, or 87~88 deg C (1467pa). Slightly soluble in water, soluble in oil. |
| Hazard Symbols | Xn - Harmful![]() |
| Risk Codes | 20/22 - Harmful by inhalation and if swallowed. |
| Safety Description | 24/25 - Avoid contact with skin and eyes. |
| WGK Germany | 3 |
| HS Code | 29309090 |
| FEMA | 3597 | BENZYL METHYL SULFIDE |
| EPA chemical substance information | information provided by: ofmpeb.epa.gov (external link) |
| toxicity | GRAS(FEMA). |
| usage limit | FEMA(mg/kg): baked products, snack food, 0.2; Meat products, 0.1; Soup products, 0.06; sauce, condiment, 0.05. |
| Use | food flavor. |