Methyl cyclopentenolone, anhydrous, natural, 97%, FG

Not available outside of the UK & Ireland.

Application

This material is found primarily as the enol form (CAS 80-71-7) in its pure, anhydrous state. Readily forms the diketone form (CAS 765-70-8) in solution.

General description

Methyl cyclopentenolone is one of the flavor compounds of maple syrup, coffee oil and wood smoke. It is reported to be one the key aroma compounds in Wasanbon sugar, contributing to the maple-like flavor. Methyl cyclopentenolone is also one of the major volatile compound formed during the thermal degradation of glucose.

Packaging

100 g in poly bottle

1 kg in poly bottle