3,5-Dimethyl-1,2-cyclopentanedione – Sweet Maple and Caramel Flavor Ingredient (FEMA 3269)

3,5-Dimethyl-1,2-cyclopentanedione, commonly referred to as 3,5-DMCP or 3,5-Dimethylcyclopentenolone, is a premium aroma ingredient widely recognized in the flavor industry for its sweet, warm, and comforting sensory profile. With a CAS number of 13494-07-0 and FEMA number 3269, this compound delivers a distinctive combination of sweet maple-like notes and rich caramel undertones, making it an essential component for a variety of flavor formulations.

This product meets the quality requirements of GB29938-2020, ensuring consistent purity and reliable performance for professional applications. It appears as a light yellow to yellow powder with a minimum content (by GC) of 98.0%, reflecting its high purity and concentration. The powdered form facilitates ease of handling, accurate weighing, and uniform dispersion within flavor systems.

The olfactory profile of 3,5-Dimethyl-1,2-cyclopentanedione is characterized by its sweet, maple-forward character with supporting caramel notes. This makes it particularly well-suited for a diverse range of food flavor applications, including bread crust profiles, authentic maple syrup systems, brown sugar sweetness, coffee aromatics, and rich caramel characters. Additionally, this ingredient is highly valued in tobacco flavor systems, where it contributes smooth, sweet, and rounded sensory attributes. The recommended usage level ranges from 2.4 to 6 μg/g, allowing for precise dosage control to achieve optimal flavor impact without overpowering the final product.

For optimal preservation, the product is supplied in sealed 1 kg aluminum foil bags under nitrogen protection to prevent oxidation and maintain freshness. It is recommended to use the product promptly after opening or dilute it with suitable solvents such as propylene glycol to ensure stability. Storage should be in a cool, dry place under refrigeration, where the product maintains a shelf life of 12 months.

This aroma ingredient is designed for professional use in flavor manufacturing and is not intended for direct consumer application. It offers reliable quality, consistent sensory performance, and excellent compatibility with various flavor systems, making it a trusted choice for flavorists seeking a high-purity dimethylcyclopentanedione derivative to create authentic maple, caramel, coffee, and tobacco flavor profiles across a wide range of finished products.