Isomaltol is a natural furan obtained by the enzymatic degradation of starch. It is also a flavor component in bread crust, produced by thermal degradation (caramelization) of sugars.[2] Isomaltol is obtained after the Maillard reaction from an amino acid and a reducing sugar[citation needed]
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1-(3-Hydroxyfuran-2-yl)ethan-1-one | |
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C6H6O3 | |
Molar mass | 126.11 |
Melting point | 98 to 103 °C (208 to 217 °F; 371 to 376 K) |
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Except where otherwise noted, data are given for materials in their standard state (at 25 °C [77 °F], 100 kPa).
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See also
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edit- ^ Merck Index, 11th Edition, 5066
- ^ Principles of Food Chemistry (1999), John M. DeMan, pg 286. ISBN 0-8342-1234-X