2-Methoxy-4-vinylphenol
2-Methoxy-4-vinylphenol is an aromatic substance allowed to be used as an flavouring agents.[1] It is one of the compounds responsible for the natural aroma of buckwheat.[2] Some insects like Rhynchophorus ferrugineus (Red palm weevil), use this substance for chemical signaling (pheromones).[3]
The aroma of pure substance was described as: apple, spicy, peanut, wine-like or clove and curry.
References
- ^ 2-METHOXY-4-VINYLPHENOL, Summary of Evaluations Performed by the Joint FAO/WHO Expert Committee on Food Additives
- ^ Janes D, Kantar D, Kreft S, Prosen H (2008). "Identification of buckwheat (Fagopyrum esculentum Moench) aroma compounds with GC-MS". Food Chemistry. doi:10.1016/j.foodchem.2008.05.048.
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