Method for preparing a γ-unsaturated β-lactone and use thereof as an aromatic and flavouring ingredient
AssigneeFirmenich SA
InventorsEric Frerot, Alain Bagnoud
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Abstract
(6R)-4,5,6,7-Tetrahydro 3,6-dimethyl-3H-benzo[b]furan-2-one is a compound of use in perfumery and the field of flavorings. The compound can be used to impart a minty, slightly vanilla-scented odor, and its flavor imparts sweetness and roundness to the compositions to which it is added.
Claims6
A perfuming or flavoring composition or a perfumed or flavored product containing (6R)-4,5,6,7-tetrahydro-3,6-dimethyl-3H-benzo[b]furan-2-one as perfuming or flavouring ingredient.
A product in the form of a perfume or an eau de toilette, soap, shower or bath gel, shampoo or other hair-care product, a cosmetic preparation, a deodorant or air freshener, a detergent or fabric softener or a cleaning product including (6R)-4,5,6,7-tetrahydro-3,6-dimethyl-3H-benzo[b]furan-2-one as perfuming ingredient.
A product in the form of a dessert, sweet or other confectionery item, a compote, yoghurt or other dairy product, a chewing gum, jam, drink, ice cream, cigarettes, chewing tobacco, pharmaceutical preparation or dental care product including (6R)-4,5,6,7-tetrahydro-3,6-dimethyl-3H-benzo[b]furan-2-one as a flavoring ingredient.
A process for imparting, improving or modifying the roundness and/or sweetness of a flavouring composition or flavoured product, characterised in that (6R)-4,5,6,7-tetrahydro-3,6-dimethyl-3H-benzo[b]furan-2-one is added to the said composition or the said product.
A process for the preparation of (6R)-4,5,6,7-tetrahydro-3,6-dimethyl-3H-benzo[b]furan-2-one, characterised in that enzymatic oxidation of (R)-menthofuran is carried out.
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