Allyl cyclohexanevalerate has a characteristic fruital (peach, apricot, apple) aroma and is used as a flavoring agent or
adjuvant.
Regulatory Status
CoE: n/a
FDA: 21 CFR 172.515
FDA (other): n/a
JECFA: ADI: Acceptable. No safety concern at current levels of intake when used as a flavoring agent (1996).
Usage
Reported uses (ppm): (FEMA, 1994)
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Food Category
Usual
Max.
Alcoholic beverages
2
4
Baked goods
11.25
17.17
Frozen dairy
3.42
6.92
Gelatins, puddings
4.93
8.32
Nonalcoholic beverages
1.53
2.63
Soft candy
7.71
11.64
Natural occurrence
Not reported found in nature.
Chemical Properties
Allyl cyclohexanevalerate has a characteristic fruital (peach, apricot, apple) aroma and is used as a flavoring agent or
adjuvant.
Preparation
By direct esterification in the presence of benzene.
Definition
ChEBI: 2-Propenyl cyclohexanepentanoate is a fatty acid ester.
