METHYLCYCLOPENTENOLONE, NATURAL [HYDRATE]
FEMA: 2700
CAS: 80-71-7
PRODUCT CODE: NM3700
Odour profile: Caramel, Maple, Burnt Sugar, Coffee, Licorice, Nutty
Methylcyclopentenolone Hydrate is a specialist flavour ingredient supplied by Riverside Aromatics as an EU Natural grade. The recorded sensory profile identifies the character of this particular product.
Flavour character and applications
Evaluate the hydrate grade in maple, caramel and roasted flavour compositions. Compare its warm character with other sweet aroma ingredients and check the supplied form in the specification when planning formulation trials. Assess the ingredient within the complete blend and after processing in the intended food matrix.
A note from flavour chemistry
Methylcyclopentenolone is also recorded as 2-hydroxy-3-methyl-2-cyclopenten-1-one. Its five-membered carbon ring distinguishes it structurally from similarly sweet-smelling furanones, whose rings contain oxygen.
PubChem methylcyclopentenolone record. This reference concerns the molecule or its chemistry; it does not describe the origin or manufacturing method of the supplied grade.
Grade selection and technical information
Riverside Aromatics supplies Methylcyclopentenolone Hydrate, Natural, under product code NM3700. Review the specification for the supplied form, concentration and carrier where applicable. Contact our team for documentation relevant to your application.
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