2-Hydroxyacetophenone is an organic substance with the chemical formula C8H8O2, a light yellow liquid. A 2.0% solution has the aroma of benzaldehyde, cherry pits, sweet and tropical fruits, with a tobacco aroma and the properties of a phenolic thorny smell. Used in cherry pits, cinnamon, rum, tobacco, coumarin and tropical fruit flavors.

PRODUCT USES

Used in cherry pits, cinnamon, rum, tobacco, coumarin and tropical fruit flavors.

Dosage (usual/maximum, mg/kg):

Baked food: 0.1/0.2 Meat products: 0.05/0.1 Soup: 0.05/0.1

Fast food: 0.1/0.2 Gravy: 0.05/0.1 Poultry: 0.05/0.1

Spicy seasoning: 0.05/0.1 Instant coffee and tea: 0.05/0.1 Household seasoning: 0.1

Natural occurrence and classification: Found in tomatoes, Chinese cinnamon leaves, fried beef, rum, sherry, roasted papaya, and is a nature-identical spice.