Synthesis of novel 2-methyl-3-furyl sulfide flavor derivatives as efficient preservatives.

Foodborne microbial infestation seriously threatens food security, and the development of low-risk food preservatives is highly needed in food production. For discovering novel flavor molecules with antiseptic function, novel 2-methyl-3-furyl sulfide flavor derivatives were synthesized and evaluated. A wide range of 2-methyl-3-furyl sulfide derivatives were synthesized by reactions of 2-methyl-3-furyl disulfide with cyclic ethers, amides, ketones, and epoxides.

Functional Application of Sulfur-Containing Spice Compounds.

Sulfur-containing spice compounds possess diverse biological functions and play an important role in food, chemicals, pharmaceuticals, and agriculture. The development of functional spices has become increasingly popular, especially for medicinal functions for dietary health. Thus, this review focuses on the properties and functions of sulfur-containing spice compounds, including antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, antiobesity, anticancer, antibacterial, and insecticidal functions, among others.