Aroma ChemicalcaramellicBase note
Levulinic Acid.
Presents a rich, sweet caramellic character with buttery, vanilla-like facets and a distinctive guaiacol smokiness that adds depth and complexity
CAS Registry
123-76-2
Odor Strength
Medium
Pyramid
Base
IFRA Status
Unrestricted
Cat 4 · Fine fragranceFrom the literature
TGSC, suppliers, and others, quoted as filed.
Mosciano, Gerard P&F 14, No. 6, 47, (1989)“Sweet, guaiacol-like, creamy, acidic and slight vanillin-like”
Luebke, William tgsc, (1982)“Sweet caramel acidic acetoin buttery”