The delta-Octathionolactones

Chirality & Odour Perception
John C. Leffingwell, Ph.D.

The 1-Methoxyheptane-3-thiols

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(+)-(R)-1-methoxyheptane-3-thiol - 1-methoxyheptane-3-thiol (racemic) imparts a floral, green gardenia note recalling the floral-fruity odor of styrallyl acetate, whereas 1-ethoxyhexane-3-thiol is able to impart a berry, blackberry type and vegetable note.

 Ref: Matthijs Van De Waal, Sina Dorothea Escher,Yvan Niclass, Use of thio derivatives as perfuming and flavoring ingredients, United States Patent Application No. 20030040460, February 27, 2003

(-)-(S)-1-methoxyheptane-3-thiol - a nice natural black-currant note accompanied by green and tropical fruit notes.

 Ref: Matthijs Van De Waal, Sina Dorothea Escher,Yvan Niclass, Use of thio derivatives as perfuming and flavoring ingredients, United States Patent Application No. 20030040460, February 27, 2003

Cyclic Terpenoid Odorants

Bicyclic Terpenoid Odorants

Acyclic Terpenoid Odorants

Ionones, Irones, Damascones & Structurally Related Odorants

Acyclics (Alcohols, Esters, Acids, Aldehydes)

Lactones

Sesquiterpenoid Related Odorants

Steroid Urine Type Odorants

Sandalwood Type Odorants

Musk Odorants

Miscellaneous

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