Dibutyl sulfide CAS No:544-40-1 C8H18S

Chemical Properties

1. At high concentrations, it has a strong sulfur odor; when highly diluted, it has a scent reminiscent of violet leaves. It is readily soluble in diethyl ether and ethanol, but insoluble in water.

2. The natural form is found in onion and garlic vegetables.

Uses

1. It is listed as a permitted food flavoring agent under China’s GB 2760-96 standard. It is primarily used in the formulation of onion-garlic, floral, and fruity flavorings.

2. Used in household and food flavorings.