Method for preparing a &ggr;-unsaturated &bgr;-lactone and use thereof as an aromatic and flavouring ingredient
US6720302B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jan 10, 2002 |
| Grant date | Apr 13, 2004 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 10, 2022 |
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- Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
- CPC primaryC11B9/0076
- WIPO fieldFood chemistry
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
(6R)-4,5,6,7-Tetrahydro 3,6-dimethyl-3H-benzo[b]furan-2-one is a compound of use in perfumery and the field of flavorings. The compound can be used to impart a minty, slightly vanilla-scented odor, and its flavor imparts sweetness and roundness to the compositions to which it is added.
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