Sunday, June 3, 2012

What Is Piperonal?

 Piperonal

Piperonal, also known as heliotropin, is an organic compound that is commonly found in fragrances and flavors. The molecule is structurally related to benzaldehyde and vanillin. It exists as a white or colorless solid. It has a floral odor commonly described as being similar to that of vanillin and cherry. It is used as flavoring and in perfumes.

Item name: Piperonal
CAS: 120-57-0
Molecular Weight: 150.13g/mol
Molecular Formula: C8H6O3

Piperonal is an aromatic aldehyde that comes as transparent crystals, C8H6O3, and has a floral odor. It is used as flavoring and in perfume. It can be obtained by oxidation of piperonyl alcohol or the reduction of piperic acid. It is also a minor natural component of the extract of vanilla. It is a common in inexpensive synthetic vanilla flavor and candies.

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