Fructone

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IUPACName = Ethyl 2-(2-methyl-1,3-dioxolan-2-yl)acetate
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CASNo = 6413-10-1
PubChem = 80865
SMILES = CC1(OCCO1)CC(OCC)=O
EINECS =229-114-0
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Formula = C₈H₁₄O₄
MolarMass = 174.19
Appearance = Clear liquid
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FlashPt = 93 °C
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Fructone, also known as apple ketal and applinal, is a synthetic aroma compound with a fruity, apple-like smell with pineapple, strawberry, and woody aspects reminding of sweet pine.

Chemistry

Fructone is a ketal that is usually synthesized from ethyl acetoacetate and ethylene glycol in an acid catalyzed ketalization reaction.

External links

* [http://www.iff.co.th/Ingredients.nsf/0/07B538A011C249B18025699300363143 Fructone product page] IFF
* [http://www.thegoodscentscompany.com/data/rw1033271.html Extensive data page] , including 3D chemical structure applet