Organoleptic Properties and Natural Occurrence
Furfuryl thioacetate is highly valued for its intense roasted and savory aroma profile:
Odor/Flavor: It exhibits a strong burnt, roasted character reminiscent of coffee and meat, with additional notes of garlic, onion, and nuts . At low concentrations (around 1 ppm), its taste is described as roasted, alliaceous (garlic-like), coffee, meaty, savory, and sulfureous .
Natural Presence: This compound is naturally found as a constituent in coffee and is a key contributor to its characteristic aroma
Applications
Flavoring Agent
Its primary use is as a food flavoring agent to impart roasted, meaty, and coffee notes to products such as beverages, candy, and baked goods . It is also used in the preparation of specialty flavors like roast beef oil- based flavors and liquid coffee.
Storage
Should be stored in a cool, dry place away from strong oxidizers.
