Chemical Properties
(E,E)-2,4-Decadien-1-ol has an oily, fatty aroma. Waxy, citrus character. Used in citrus and floral perfumes.
Occurrence
Reported found in malt.
Uses
trans,trans-2,4-Decadien-1-ol is used as food flavor and as an intermediate in organic chemical synthesis.
Definition
ChEBI: (2E,4E)-2,4-Decadien-1-ol is an aliphatic alcohol.
Aroma threshold values
Aroma characteristics at 1%, fatty and waxy, white meat chicken and turkey with a slight melon fruity and
dairy nuance.
Taste threshold values
Taste characteristics at 1 to 5 ppm: strong fatty, chicken and lard-like, a rich fatty mouthfeel with a faint
fruity apple nuance.