(Z)-2-Methyl-4-propyl-1,3-oxathiane Property

Boiling point:

226.5±33.0 °C(Predicted)

Density 

0.937±0.06 g/cm3(Predicted)

vapor pressure 

95Pa at 25℃

Odor

at 1.00 % in dipropylene glycol. sulfurous green galbanum fruity tropical pineapple

Odor Type

tropical

Water Solubility 

1.4g/L at 20℃

LogP

2.98 at 30℃

EPA Substance Registry System

1,3-Oxathiane, 2-methyl-4-propyl-, (2R,4S)-rel- (59323-76-1)

Hazard and Precautionary Statements (GHS)

Symbol(GHS)

Signal word

Warning

Hazard statements

H319Causes serious eye irritation

H336May cause drowsiness or dizziness

H412Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects

Precautionary statements

P261Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray.

P264Wash hands thoroughly after handling.

P264Wash skin thouroughly after handling.

P271Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area.

P273Avoid release to the environment.

P280Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.

P304+P340IF INHALED: Remove victim to fresh air and Keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing.

P305+P351+P338IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continuerinsing.

P312Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell.

P403+P233Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed.

P405Store locked up.

P501Dispose of contents/container to..…

(Z)-2-Methyl-4-propyl-1,3-oxathiane Chemical Properties,Usage,Production

Chemical Properties

cis-2-Methyl-4-propyl-1,3-oxathiane is a colorless liquid with a typical note of tropical fruits. The material occurs in the flavor of yellow passion fruit and is mainly used in passion fruit and grapefruit type flavors. It is also recommended for use in citrus and fruity fragrance materials for a wide range of applications.

Preparation

cis-2-Methyl-4-propyl-1,3-oxathiane is prepared by reaction of 3-mercaptohexanol with acetaldehyde.

Flammability and Explosibility

Non flammable

Trade name

Oxane (Firmenich)