2.2.5 Glucovanillin
Synonyms Vanilloside; Avenein; Vanillin-D-glucoside. It is obtained from the green fruit of vanilla.
Preparation It is prepared from coniferin by oxidation with chromium-6-oxide (CrO3) as follows:
Description It has a needle-like appearance having a bitter taste. It is readily soluble in hot water and alcohol; but almost insoluble in ether.
Chemical Constituents Glucovanillin is the chemical constituent present in the green fruit of vanilla.
Uses
It is mostly used in pharmaceutical preparations as a flavoring agent.
