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Importan Sulfur-containing Flavor Compounds for Meat Flavors - Part 3

FEMA #3146: 2,2′‑(Dithiodimethylene)‑difuran Here’s a comprehensive flavor profile for FEMA #3146, covering its identity, sensory attributes, typical uses in flavors, and guideline application/dosage details. Substance Overview Name & Identifiers * Primary name: 2,2′‑(Dithiodimethylene)‑difuran * Other names / synonyms: • Difurfuryl disulfide • Furfuryl disulfide • Bis(2‑furfuryl)
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Important Sulfur-containing Flavor Compounds for Meat Flavors - Part 2

FEMA #3475 (Trithioacetone) Here’s a comprehensive flavor profile for FEMA #3475 (Trithioacetone) — including its identity, sensory descriptors, occurrence, typical flavor applications, usage guidance, and regulatory context. Substance Overview — FEMA #3475 Chemical Identity * FEMA Number: 3475 — on the FEMA GRAS Flavor Ingredient list. * Name: Trithioacetone (commonly used flavor ingredient name)
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Esterification in Flavor Chemistry: A Comprehensive Guide to Reactions, Impact, and Control Strategies

This is a chemical reaction every flavor chemist needs to know. What is Esterification? The Essential Chemical Reaction Behind Flavor Development Esterification represents a fundamental chemical transformation where carboxylic acids and alcohols combine, typically under acidic conditions or heat, to produce esters and water. This reversible reaction follows the equilibrium:
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