Description
Methyl propyl trisulfide has a powerful, penetrating warm, herbaceous
odor somewhat reminiscent of onion. May be prepared by
an adaption of Westlake’s procedure.
Chemical Properties
Methyl propyl trisulfide has a powerful, penetrating, warm, herbaceous odor; somewhat reminiscent of onion
Occurrence
Reported found in cocoa, onion oil, onion, shallot, leek, chive, scallion, fried potato and cocoa
Definition
ChEBI: Methyl propyl trisulfide is an organic trisulfide.
Preparation
By an adaption of Westlake’s procedure.
Taste threshold values
Taste characteristics at 1 ppm: onion, garlic, fresh and metallic with a cheese nuance.
