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Empirical formula: C6H8O3
Temperature: 25.0 °C
Formula weight: 128.128 g/mole
Common name: Caramel Furanone
Trade name: Sotolon
Short description: Sotolon is a food additive that smells like maple syrup.
Keyword: Caramel
Keyword: Coffee
Keyword: Aroma
Keyword: Maple
IUPAC name: 4,5-Dimethyl-3-hydroxy-2(5H)-furanone
Layman's explanation: This is a powerful aromatic compound commonly called “caramel furanone” because it smells like maple syrup and Fenugreek. It is hypothesized that Sotolon is formed from α-ketobutyric acid and acetaldehyde. It is responsible for the sweet, caramel flavor in coffee and is a main contributor to white wine rancidity. It can be found in liquid whey, sugar, some tobacco, and a variety of wines. Sotolon’s spicy aroma is highly potent and has an odor detection threshold of 0.001 ppb.
Lab name: Common molecules
Sample provider: Other
Status: Complete, visible to public
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