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Empirical formula: C8H1202
Temperature: 25.0 °C
Formula weight: 1307.632 g/mole
Keyword: Flavor
Keyword: Food Additive
Keyword: Maple
Short description: This compound is a food additive with strong maple flavor.
IUPAC name: 3-Ethyl-2-hydroxy-4-methylcyclopent-2-en-1-one
Layman's explanation: 3-Ethyl-2-hydroxy-4-methylcyclopent-2-en-1-one is a flavoring agent for maple and caramel odors. It is a fat soluble molecule that is found in tobacco smoke. Compared to other compounds that give food a caramel or maple odor, 3-Ethyl-2-hydroxy-4-methylcyclopent-2-en-1-one has a more burnt quality.
Lab name: Common molecules
Sample provider: Other
Status: Complete, visible to public
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