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Thiazole series
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4-Methylthiazole (CAS 693-95-8, FEMA 3716) – Nutty & Green Flavoring Agent
Product Code: RL2015
Aroma: Aroma of Nuts and Vegetables
Applicable Scope: Baked Foods, Soft Drinks, Seasonings, etc.
Suggested Dosage (PPm): 1-10
FEMA: 3716
National Standard Code: S0725
CAS Number: 693-95-8
Structural formula:
Stock Sample is Free & Available
Chemical name：4-methylthiazole
Synonyms: Thiazole, 4-methyl-; 4-methyl-1,3-thiazole; 4-Methyl-5(2-acetyl-ethyl) thiazole; 4-methyl-thiazole
Molecular weight: C4H5NS
Appearance: Clear colorless to slightly yellow liquid
Stability :It doesn't break down under normal conditions. Stay away from oxides.
The specification of 4-methylthiazole
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Appearance |
Colorless to light yellow liquid |
Conform |
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Purity (≥w%) |
97 |
99.41 |
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Aroma |
Has a nutty and vegetable aroma |
Conform |
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Executive Standard |
GB 29938-2020 |
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CAS NO. |
693-95-8 |
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The Usage of 4-methylthiazole
4-Methylthiazole (CAS 693-95-8, FEMA 3716) is a heterocyclic aromatic compound belonging to the thiazole family. It is characterized by a five-membered ring containing both sulfur and nitrogen atoms, with a methyl substituent at the 4 position of the thiazole ring . This specific substitution pattern contributes to its distinctive organoleptic profile.
The compound is widely recognized in the flavor industry for its ability to impart nutty, green, and vegetable notes with a distinct tomato and alliaceous nuance . It occurs naturally in various food products, including cooked asparagus, roasted barley, cooked beef, cocoa, cooked pork, roasted coffee, roasted peanuts, boiled egg, malt, wort, and cooked shrimp . As a flavoring agent, it is valued for its potency and ability to add depth and complexity to savory and roasted flavor systems.
4-Methylthiazole is widely used as a flavoring agent across multiple food categories. Its characteristic nutty, green, and vegetable notes make it particularly valuable in:Application Category Typical Usage Level Function
Meat & Savory Products 1–10 ppm Enhances roasted, beefy, and savory profiles; contributes alliaceous nuances
Snack Foods 1–5 ppm Adds depth to savory snack seasonings and coatings
Bakery Products 0.5–5 ppm Provides roasted, nutty notes; enhances bread and dough character
Confectionery 0.5–3 ppm Contributes nutty and caramel undertones
Coffee & Roasted Nut Flavors 1–10 ppm Provides authentic roasted coffee and nutty characteristics
Sauces & Condiments 0.5–2 ppm Adds complexity to savory systems and bouillons
Vegetable Flavors 0.5–2 ppm Enhances green, tomato, and vegetable profiles
Ready-to-Eat Savory Snacks 1–5 ppm Creates roasted snack flavor profiles
Note: Usage levels are typical recommendations; actual levels should be optimized based on the target formulation, processing conditions, and desired flavor intensity.
Additional Applications:
Pharmaceutical Research: Serves as a building block in the synthesis of various medicinal compounds, particularly in developing drugs that target specific biological pathways
Agricultural Chemicals: Utilized in the formulation of pesticides and herbicides, helping improve the efficacy and stability of these products
Research Applications: Used as a reagent in organic synthesis and chemical research, including the synthesis of catalytic dendrophanes as functional mimics of thiamine-diphosphate-dependent enzymes
Advantage of 4-methylthiazole
1.High purity 99.0%min
2.Use a wide range of taste
3.We have ISO certificate , have Halal and kosher certificate of this product.
5. We have a big capacity ,so, commonly have fast lead time.
6. We can offer 10g-50g free sample for your lab test .
The packing of 4-methylthiazole
1.The sample packing is 20g/30g/50g per bottle.
2.The small packing is 1kg /5kg /10 kg per bottle.
3.25 kg per drum(Food grade plastic drum, plasticizer free, third-party certification report)
Packaging can also be customized according to customer needs
Storage conditions for 4-methylthiazole
Keep packing sealed, stored in a ventilated, dry, dark place in normal temperature,the temperature lower than 10 ℃ will be better to storage.