Alliin
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| Formula | C6H11NO3S |
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| Molar mass | 177. 22 g/mol |
| ChemSpider ID | 7850537 |
| Appearance | White to off white crystalline powder |
| PubChem CID | 9576089 |
| Solubility in water | Soluble |
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| ID | 2345477 |
About Alliin
Alliin is a sulfoxide that is a natural constituent of fresh garlic. It is a derivative of the amino acid cysteine. When fresh garlic is chopped or crushed, the enzyme alliinase converts alliin into allicin, which is responsible for the aroma of fresh garlic.