Diallyl Disulfide

Diallyl disulfide is a sulfur-containing organic compound known for its strong garlic-like odor. It is present in garlic oil and is used in fragrance compositions to impart a sharp, pungent garlic note. Its use in perfumery is limited but effective for creating unique and memorable scents with a culinary twist.

Added to fragrances in minute quantities to achieve a sharp, garlic-like aroma, contributing to unique, culinary-inspired scent profiles.

IUPAC Name: 3-(prop-2-enyldisulfanyl)prop-1-ene
CAS Number: 2179-57-9
Molecular Formula: C₆H₁₀S₂
Molecular Weight: 146.30 g/mol
Boiling Point: 79 °C (174.2 °F)
Class: Sulfide
Use/s: Scent
Synonyms
1: DIALLYL DISULFIDE 2: Allyl disulfide 3: Diallyldisulfide 4: Diallyl disulphide 5: 1,2-Diallyldisulfane 6: Disulfide, di-2-propenyl 7: Allyl disulphide 8: 2-Propenyl disulphide 9: 4,5-Dithia-1,7-octadiene
Chemist Says
Liquid with a garlic odor; [HSDB] Colorless liquid with a garlic-like stench; [Alfa Aesar MSDS]
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: Sharp, Pungent, Garlic-like
2: Garlic, Sharp, Pungent
3: GARLIC ODOR
4: Garlic, pungent, with a strong and unpleasant sulfurous character