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Sulphur Aroma Chemicals for the Flavour Industry
Sulphur (sulfur) aroma chemicals are some of the most characterful ingredients used in flavour creation. Riverside Aromatics supplies a focused range of EU Natural and Synthetic sulphur-containing aroma chemicals for food flavour applications, supported by European stock, technical documentation and responsive commercial service.
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What are sulphur aroma chemicals?
Sulphur-containing flavour ingredients can contribute powerful, recognisable character at very low use levels. Depending on the individual material, the sensory direction may be roasted, meaty, onion, cabbage, coffee, nutty, vegetable, eggy, minty or tropical.
The correct material and use level depend on the intended application, formulation and applicable regulatory requirements. Riverside can help customers identify relevant products and provide the available specification and safety documentation.
Explore verified Riverside sulphur products
Sulphides and disulphides
- Dimethyl Sulphide Natural — EU Natural · FEMA 2746 · CAS 75-18-3 · ND0600. Sulfury, onion, sweet corn, vegetable and cabbage notes. Also known as methyl sulfide or DMS.
- Dimethyl Disulphide Natural — EU Natural · FEMA 3536 · CAS 624-92-0 · ND0500. Sulfurous, vegetable, cabbage and onion notes. Also known as DMDS.
- Ammonium Sulphide Natural, 15% in Water — EU Natural · FEMA 2053 · CAS 12135-76-1 · NA0200. Egg-yolk and hard-boiled-egg character.
Thiols and mercapto materials
- 2-Methyltetrahydrofuran-3-thiol — Synthetic · FEMA 3787 · CAS 57124-87-5 · MT2300. Roasted beef, chicken, meat and sulfurous notes.
- 2-Methyltetrahydrofuran-3-thiol Natural — EU Natural · FEMA 3787 · CAS 57124-87-5 · NM3100. A natural option with roasted meat and sulfurous character.
- 3-Mercapto-2-butanone — Synthetic · FEMA 3298 · CAS 40789-98-8 · MB3200. Sulfurous, onion, roasted, gassy and meaty notes.
- Pyrazineethanethiol — Synthetic · FEMA 3320 · CAS 35250-53-4 · PE0100. Sulfurous, meaty and cabbage notes.
Thioesters and other sulphur materials
- Furfuryl Thioacetate Natural — EU Natural · FEMA 3162 · CAS 13678-68-7 · NF1500. Sulfury, burnt, roasted, nutty and coffee notes.
- Methyl Thioacetate Natural — EU Natural · FEMA 3876 · CAS 1534-08-3 · NM8000. Sulfurous, eggy, cheese, dairy, vegetable and cabbage notes.
- Thiomenthone Natural — EU Natural · NT1000. Sulfury, minty-green, berry, buchu, tropical and peach notes.
- Trithioacetone Natural — EU Natural · FEMA 3475 · CAS 828-26-2 · NT2100. Sulphurous, savoury, meaty and nutty notes.
EU Natural and Synthetic options
Riverside’s portfolio includes both EU Natural and Synthetic sulphur aroma chemicals. Classification is shown clearly on individual product pages, helping flavour teams narrow their search while retaining access to the relevant documentation.
Where the same chemical is available in both classifications, the product pages remain separate so that customers can identify the required grade accurately.
Search by name, synonym or identifier
The Riverside catalogue can be searched by chemical name, product code, FEMA number, CAS number, synonym, odour or flavour direction. Each product page displays its classification and verified synonyms where recorded.
Useful search terms include sulphur aroma chemicals, sulfur flavour ingredients, thiols, mercaptans, sulphides, disulphides and thioacetates.
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European supply and technical support
Riverside Aromatics supports flavour houses across Europe from UK and Netherlands warehousing. Samples, quotations and available technical or regulatory documentation can be requested through the individual product pages or by contacting the Riverside team.
Frequently asked questions
Does Riverside supply EU Natural sulphur aroma chemicals?
Yes. The range includes EU Natural sulphides, disulphides, thiols, thioesters and other sulphur-containing ingredients. Each product page states its classification.
Are Synthetic sulphur aroma chemicals also available?
Yes. Selected Synthetic products are listed alongside the EU Natural range, including materials such as 2-Methyltetrahydrofuran-3-thiol and 3-Mercapto-2-butanone.
Are sulphur materials available as dilutions?
Some products are supplied in a stated dilution, such as Ammonium Sulphide Natural at 15% in water. Check the individual product page or ask Riverside about the form currently offered.
Why do some sources use “sulfur” and others use “sulphur”?
They are alternative spellings of the same element. “Sulfur” is the international scientific spelling, while “sulphur” remains common in British usage and in established product names. Riverside keeps the product name shown in its catalogue.
Can I request a sample, quotation or documentation?
Yes. Samples, quotations and available specification, safety or regulatory documentation can be requested from the relevant product page or through the contact page.
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