Description
4-Methyl-2-phenyl-2-pentenal has a cocoa aroma. It is often used
in chocolate and cocoα-type flavors. May be prepared by aldolic
condensation of the corresponding aldehydes in the presence of a
basic catalyst.
Chemical Properties
4-Methyl-2-phenyl-2-pentenal has a cocoa aroma. It is often used in chocolate and cocoa-type flavors.
Occurrence
Reported found in baked and fried potato, peppermint oil, cocoa, black tea, roasted filberts, potato chips,
sesame seed and malt
Uses
GB 2760 (1996) specifies 4-METHYL-2-PHENYL-2-PENTENAL as a permitted food flavoring. It is used in the formulation of chocolate and cocoa flavorings.
Preparation
By aldolic condensation of the corresponding aldehydes in the presence of a basic catalyst
Taste threshold values
Taste characteristics at 20 ppm: floral, sweet, waxy and cocoa-like with a honey nuance
