CAS 19872-52-7 99% Purity Clear Liquid 4-Mercapto-4-Methylpentan-2-One creating authentic tropical and berry flavors
Price:
Negotiable
MOQ:
Negotiable
Delivery Time:
5-8 working days
Brand:
hoyoshee
Product Description
Food Additive 4-Mercapto-4-Methylpentan-2-One CAS 19872-52-7
4-Mercapto-4-methylpentan-2-one is an organic compound belonging to the class of sulfur-containing ketones, specifically a mercaptoketone. It is one of the most powerful and characteristic flavor molecules used in the industry, famous for its aroma at very low concentrations.
| Chemical Formula | C₆H₁₂OS |
|---|---|
| CAS Number | 19872-52-7 |
| Molar Mass | 132.22 g/mol |
| Product Name | 4-Mercapto-4-methylpentan-2-one |
| Synonyms | 2-Pentanone, 4-mercapto-4-methyl-; 4-mercapto-4-methyl-2-pentanon; 4-Methyl-4-sulfanyl-2-pentanone; 4-Methyl-4-thiolpentan-2-one; 4-sulfanyl-4-methylpentan-2-one; 4-Sulphanyl-4-methylpentan-2-one; 2-METHYL-4-OXOPENTANE-2-THIOL; 2-MERCAPTO-2-METHYLPENTAN-4-ONE |
| EINECS | 243-386-8 |
Occurrence
Reportedly present in sauvignon grapes, cabernet sauvignon wine, beer, green tea and grapefruit juice.
Uses
4-Mercapto-4-methyl-2-pentanone is one of the most strongly contributing odorants in the volatile fraction of a Japanese green tea (sen-cha) infusion, and on the basis of the results of an aroma extract dilution analysis. 4-mercapto-4-methyl-2-pentanone in the grapefruit/sulfury group was found in reconstituted concentrate after thermal concentration.
Primary Uses and Applications
The sole, crucial application of 4-Mercapto-4-methylpentan-2-one is in the flavor and fragrance industry.
- Food & Beverage Flavoring: It is indispensable for creating authentic tropical and berry flavors. It is used in extremely minute quantities (often in the parts-per-million range) in:
- Beverages: Blackcurrant cordials (like Ribena), tropical fruit punches, passionfruit and guava drinks.
- Candies & Confections: Fruit chews, hard candies, and gummies.
- Dairy: Fruit yogurts and ice creams.
- Wine Aromatics: It is a key aroma marker in certain varietals, though it is naturally present, not added.
- Fragrances: Used with extreme caution in perfumery to add a unique, crisp, green, and tropical lift to fragrance compositions, particularly in the top notes. It can be found in both feminine and masculine fragrances aiming for a modern, fruity-green character.
Similar Products
Get in Touch
Have questions about our products or want to discuss a custom order? Our team is ready to help you.
Company
Hoyoshee Chemical industrial Co.Ltd
Location
Second Floor No 9 Building Lugu Industrial Park Changsha, Hunan,China
Contact Person
Shelly