Paradol

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Paradol
File:Paradol.png
Names
Preferred IUPAC name
1-(4-Hydroxy-3-methoxyphenyl)decan-3-one
Other names
[6]-Paradol
Identifiers
3D model (JSmol)
ChemSpider
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EC Number
  • 248-228-1
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KEGG
MeSH C421614
UNII
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  • InChI=1S/C17H26O3/c1-3-4-5-6-7-8-15(18)11-9-14-10-12-16(19)17(13-14)20-2/h10,12-13,19H,3-9,11H2,1-2H3 N
    Key: CZNLTCTYLMYLHL-UHFFFAOYSA-N N
  • InChI=1/C17H26O3/c1-3-4-5-6-7-8-15(18)11-9-14-10-12-16(19)17(13-14)20-2/h10,12-13,19H,3-9,11H2,1-2H3
    Key: CZNLTCTYLMYLHL-UHFFFAOYAE
  • CCCCCCCC(=O)CCC1=CC(=C(C=C1)O)OC
Properties
C17H26O3
Molar mass 278.39 g/mol
Except where otherwise noted, data are given for materials in their standard state (at 25 °C [77 °F], 100 kPa).

Paradol is the active flavor constituent of the seeds of Guinea pepper (Aframomum melegueta or grains of paradise).[1] It is also found in ginger.[2] Paradol has been found to have antioxidant and antitumor promoting effects in a mouse model.[3]

It is used in flavors as an essential oil to give spiciness.

See also

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References

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