Furaneol

What is Furaneol?

Furaneol, also known as strawberry furanone, is a powerful flavor compound that imparts a rich, sweet, strawberry and caramel-like aroma. Found naturally in various fruits such as strawberries, pineapples, and tomatoes, Furaneol is widely used in food, beverage, and fragrance formulations to enhance fruitiness and depth of flavor.

Advantages:

• Delivers authentic ripe-fruit aroma
• Enhances sweetness and flavor richness
• Works synergistically with fruit esters and lactones
• Low dosage for high impact

Applications:

• Fruit-flavored drinks and smoothies
• Candies, jams, and baked goods
• Ice cream and dairy desserts
• Perfumes and flavored lip products

FAQs:

• Is Furaneol natural? It occurs naturally but is often synthesized for commercial use.
• Is it heat stable? Yes, stable under typical processing temperatures.
• Is it vegan and allergen-free? Yes, both.
• Is it used in clean-label products? Yes, particularly in natural flavor declarations when sourced accordingly.