Sotolon is a powerful aroma compound with a distinctive smell that is reminiscent of maple syrup, curry, or fenugreek. It is found in fenugreek leaves and seeds, aged sake, white wine, and certain sweet wines. This compound is responsible for the characteristic aroma and flavor of these foods and beverages. In perfumery, it is used in very small quantities to impart a sweet, spicy, and maple syrup-like scent to fragrances.
In perfumery, sotolon is used in small quantities to add a unique sweet, spicy, and maple syrup-like note. It is valued for its ability to impart a rich and complex aroma to fragrances, enhancing sweet, oriental, or gourmand notes.
IUPAC Name: 4-hydroxy-2,3-dimethyl-2H-furan-5-oneCAS Number: 28664-35-9
Molecular Formula: C6H8O3
Molecular Weight: 128.13 g/mol
Boiling Point: 98.30 to 99.50 °C (208.84 to 211.1 °F)
Melting Point: 77.00 to 84.20 °C (170.60 to 183.56 °F)
Class: Lactone
Use/s: Scent
Synonyms
1: 3-Hydroxy-4,5-dimethylfuran-2(5H)-one 2: 4,5-Dimethyl-3-hydroxy-2,5-dihydrofuran-2-one 3: Sotolone 4: sotolon 5: 4,5-Dimethyl-3-hydroxy-2(5H)-furanone 6: 3-Hydroxy-4,5-dimethyl-2(5H)-furanone 7: Sautalone 8: 4-hydroxy-2,3-dimethyl-2H-furan-5-one
Chemist Says
Liquid
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: Sweet, Spicy, Maple
2: Maple, Spicy, Caramel
3: Maple, caramel, with a sweet, slightly burnt, and buttery character
Irritant