Nootkatone
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Nootkatone is an organic compound, a sesquiterpenoid, which means that it is a C15 derivative that also contains an oxygen-containing functional group. It is the most valuable aroma compound of grapefruit. Nootkatone was originally isolated from... Wikipedia
Formula: C15H22O
Boiling point: 170 °C (338 °F; 443 K)
Classification: Organic compound
Density: 0.968 g/mL
Solubility in water: Insoluble in water, very soluble in ethanol, dichloromethane, ethyl acetate, soluble in hexanes
Appearance: Clear or white crystals, impure samples appear as a viscous yellow liquid
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