Cyclotene
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Names | |
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IUPAC name
3-Methyl-1,2-Cyclopentanedione | |
Other names
Maple lactone | |
Identifiers | |
765-70-8 ![]() | |
3D model (Jmol) | Interactive image |
ChemSpider | 55153 ![]() |
EC Number | 212-154-8 |
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Properties | |
C6H8O2 | |
Molar mass | 112.13 g·mol−1 |
Melting point | 104–108 °C (219–226 °F; 377–381 K)[1] |
Except where otherwise noted, data are given for materials in their standard state (at 25 °C [77 °F], 100 kPa). | |
Infobox references | |
Cyclotene (maple lactone) is an organic compound used in flavors and perfumery for its maple- or caramel-like odor.[2]
References
- ↑ 3-Methyl-1,2-cyclopentanedione at Sigma Aldrich
- ↑ "Cyclotene". Good Scents Company.
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