4-Methyl-1-phenyl-2-pentanone

4-Methyl-l-phenyl-2-pentanone has a sweet, woody, spicy odor. At low levels, it has a sweet and tart, fruity flavor. Prepared by passing phenylacetic acid and isovaleric acid over Th02 catalyst at 450 - 470°C.

Colorless, oily liquid

4-Methyl-1-phenyl-2-pentanone has a sweet, woody, spicy odor. At low levels, the flavor is sweet and tart

Flavoring.

4-Methyl-1-phenyl-2-pentanone is a volatile flavor and fragrance agent used as a food additive, which gives rise to a woody odour and a sweet/fruity/spicy taste.

By passing phenylacetic acid and isovaleric acid over ThO2 catalyst at 450 to 470°C.

ChEBI: 4-Methyl-1-phenyl-2-pentanone is a member of benzenes.