| abstract |
Compositions that include compounds capable of producing a cooling sensory effect such as certain hydroxy-ketones and hydroxy-aldehyde compounds, their cyclic semi-ketals and semiacetals, and other derivatives thereof. The compounds impart a refreshing and cooling sensation of long duration and high potency, and thus are useful in a variety of formulations, including consumer products such as mouth formulations, food and beverage products, tobacco and smoking articles, fragrances, toiletries, oinments, and the like. |