Allyl Sulfide presents as a colorless liquid with a distinct garlic odor. This chemical is notable for its contribution to savory or spicy scent profiles in perfumery.
Employed in fragrances that require a unique, savory twist, Allyl Sulfide is particularly valued in creating scents with a spicy, garlic edge. It is also used in smaller concentrations to add complexity and depth.
IUPAC Name: 3-prop-2-enylsulfanylprop-1-eneCAS Number: 592-88-1
Molecular Formula: C6H10S
Molecular Weight: 114.21 g/mol
Boiling Point: 139.00 °C (282.20 °F)
Melting Point: -85.00 °C (-121.00 °F)
Class: Sulfide
Use/s: Scent
Synonyms
1: DIALLYL SULFIDE 2: Allyl sulfide 3: Diallyl sulphide 4: Diallyl thioether 5: Diallyl monosulfide 6: Thioallyl ether 7: Allyl monosulfide 8: diallylsulfide
Chemist Says
Colorless liquid with a garlic odor; [Hawley]
Scent: Garlic
Scent profile
Scent profiles are inherently subjective and can significantly differ among individuals, and may also be influenced by the conditions at the time of evaluation. The information provided here is a synthesis of data from diverse sources, including books, cross-references, artificial intelligence analyses, and chemical research sites, aiming to present a comprehensive overview. We've distilled this information to highlight the most frequently observed scent profiles for each molecule or compound, offering a generalized perspective.
1: Savory, Spicy, Garlic
2: Strong, Pungent, Garlic, Onion
3: Pungent Garlic
4: Garlic odor
Flammable