3-Mercapto-2-methylpentanal is a highly odorous mercaptan with a meaty and pungent odor. The aroma is also reported
as sharp, penetrating and reminiscent of onion.
Occurrence
Reportedly present in onion.
Definition
ChEBI: 3-Mercapto-2-methylpentanal is an alkanethiol.
Aroma threshold values
Odor threshold = 0.95 ppb
3-MERCAPTO-2-METHYLPENTANAL Preparation Products And Raw materials