Zingerone is a phenolic alkanone, closely related to vanillin and gingerol, the active component of ginger. It is responsible for the sweet spicy aroma of cooked ginger. In perfumery, zingerone is used to add a warm, spicy, and slightly sweet note to fragrances. It is often found in oriental or gourmand perfumes, providing a comforting, edible quality to the scent profile.
Used to impart a warm, spicy, and slightly sweet note to fragrances. Particularly valued in oriental and gourmand perfumes for its comforting and edible quality.
IUPAC Name: 4-(4-hydroxy-3-methoxyphenyl)butan-2-oneCAS Number: 122-48-5
Molecular Formula: C11H14O3
Molecular Weight: 194.23 g/mol
Boiling Point: 187-188 °C (368.6-370.4 °F)
Melting Point: 40.5 °C (104.9 °F)
Class: Ketone
Use/s: Scent
Synonyms
1: ZINGERONE 2: Vanillylacetone 3: 4-(4-Hydroxy-3-methoxyphenyl)butan-2-one 4: Zingiberone 5: 4-(4-Hydroxy-3-methoxyphenyl)-2-butanone 6: Zingherone 7: Gingerone 8: Vanillyl acetone
Chemist Says
Solid with a spicy pungent odor like ginger; [Merck Index] Commercial substance: Yellowish liquid; [HSDB] Solid; [MSDSonline]
Scent: Spicy, Warm, Heavy Floral, Mildly Animal Balsamic, Vanilla
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: Warm, Spicy, Slightly Sweet
2: Spicy, Sweet, Ginger
3: Spicy, Pungent, Ginger
4: STRONG, PUNGENT ODOR REMINISCENT OF GINGER
5: Spicy, ginger-like, with a warm and slightly fruity character