Classification Term: 169586
Dithianes (ontology term: 9b400fd61f415a722e7b6e095cd5b94e)
found 3 associated metabolites at sub_class metabolite taxonomy ontology rank level.
Ancestor: Dithianes
Child Taxonomies: There is no child term of current ontology term.
1,4-Dithiane
1,4-Dithiane, also known as p-dithiane or fema 3831, belongs to the class of organic compounds known as dithianes. Dithianes are compounds containing a dithiane moiety, which is composed of a cyclohexane core structure wherein two methylene units are replaced by sulfur centres. A dithiane that is cyclohexane in which the -CH2- units at positions 1 and 2 have been replaced by sulfur atoms. 1,4-Dithiane is possibly neutral. 1,4-Dithiane is a fishy, garlic, and onion tasting compound. 1,4-Dithiane has been detected, but not quantified, in garden tomato. This could make 1,4-dithiane a potential biomarker for the consumption of these foods. Food additive listed in the EAFUS food additive database (Jan. 2001). Flavouring used in seasonings. 1,4-Dithiane is found in garden tomato.
