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.
4-Methyl-2-phenyl-2-pentenal has a cocoa aroma. It is often used in chocolate and cocoa-type flavors.
Reported found in baked and fried potato, peppermint oil, cocoa, black tea, roasted filberts, potato chips,
sesame seed and malt
By aldolic condensation of the corresponding aldehydes in the presence of a basic catalyst
Taste characteristics at 20 ppm: floral, sweet, waxy and cocoa-like with a honey nuance
