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Sigma-Aldrich

Dimethyl trisulfide

≥98%, FG

Synonym(s):

2,3,4-trithiapentane, Methylsulfanyldisulfanylmethane

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Linear Formula:
CH3SSSCH3
CAS Number:
Molecular Weight:
126.26
FEMA Number:
3275
Beilstein:
1731604
EC Number:
Council of Europe no.:
539
MDL number:
UNSPSC Code:
12164502
PubChem Substance ID:
Flavis number:
12.013
NACRES:
NA.21

biological source

synthetic

Quality Level

grade

FG
Halal
Kosher

Agency

meets purity specifications of JECFA

reg. compliance

EU Regulation 1334/2008 & 178/2002

Assay

≥98%

refractive index

n20/D 1.602 (lit.)

bp

58 °C/15 mmHg (lit.)

mp

−68 °C (lit.)

density

1.202 g/mL at 25 °C (lit.)

application(s)

flavors and fragrances

Documentation

see Safety & Documentation for available documents

food allergen

no known allergens

Organoleptic

meaty; alliaceous; sulfurous

SMILES string

CSSSC

InChI

1S/C2H6S3/c1-3-5-4-2/h1-2H3

InChI key

YWHLKYXPLRWGSE-UHFFFAOYSA-N

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General description

Dimethyl trisulfide (DMTS), a volatile sulfur compound (VSC), is a major aroma consituent in cooked Brassicaceous vegetables. Dimethyl trisulfide formation is reported during beer aging. It has been reported to be responsible for common malodour from fungating cancer samples. It is an important taste and odor (T&O)-causing compound in China, mainly associated with the septic/swampy odor. It has been identified as a common odor-producing compound by Microcystis (on its decay). Granular activated carbon (GAC) adsorption of dimethyl trisulfide, an algal odorant, has been reported.

Application


  • Exploring the binding affinity and characteristics of DcitOBP9 in citrus psyllids.: This study investigates the binding properties of dimethyl trisulfide (DMTS) with DcitOBP9, an odorant-binding protein in citrus psyllids, providing insights into the potential role of DMTS in pest management strategies (Pei et al., 2024).

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Hazard Statements

Hazard Classifications

Acute Tox. 4 Oral - Eye Irrit. 2 - Flam. Liq. 3 - Skin Irrit. 2 - STOT SE 3

Target Organs

Respiratory system

Storage Class Code

3 - Flammable liquids

WGK

WGK 3

Flash Point(F)

132.8 °F - closed cup

Flash Point(C)

56 °C - closed cup

Personal Protective Equipment

dust mask type N95 (US), Eyeshields, Gloves

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Granular activated carbon (GAC) adsorption of two algal odorants, dimethyl trisulfide and ?-cyclocitral
Zhang K-J, et al.
Desalination, 266(1), 231-237 (2011)
Mika Shirasu et al.
Bioscience, biotechnology, and biochemistry, 73(9), 2117-2120 (2009-09-08)
Some advanced cancer patients suffer from pungent sulfury malodor. To determine the chemical identity of the odorant, we performed gas chromatography-mass spectrometry-olfactometry analysis of volatiles from fungating cancer wounds. We identified the source of the characteristic smell as dimethyl trisulfide
Atsuko Isogai et al.
Journal of agricultural and food chemistry, 53(10), 4118-4123 (2005-05-12)
Changes in the aroma of sake during aging were investigated by aroma extract dilution analysis (AEDA) and quantitative analysis using the stir bar sorptive extraction method. In AEDA, more odor zones were detected in aged sake than in fresh sake.
L Gijs et al.
Journal of agricultural and food chemistry, 48(12), 6196-6199 (2001-04-21)
Hop S-methylcysteine sulfoxide has previously been postulated as the precursor of dimethyl trisulfide (DMTS) in beers. The present data point to 3-methylthiopropionaldehyde, the Strecker aldehyde issued from methionine, as another potential precursor in aged beers. Spiking either fresh beer or
Identification of dimethyl trisulfide as a major aroma component of cooked brassicaceous vegetables.
Maruyama FT.
Journal of Food Science, 35(5), 540-543 (1970)

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