Zingerone (Vanillylacetone)

Put together a 3D molecule model of Zingerone (zingiberene) from Genuine Molymod Components by Indigo

Zingerone is classed as a ketone. This compound also has a methoxy¹ group attached to the benzene ring of a phenol moiety. It is derived from gingerol, an active chemical component of ginger. It produces the distinctive taste and spicy flavor of ginger. One of its alternative chemical names is vanillylacetone which is reflected in its having a chemical structure similar to vanillin. It also has a chemical structure similar to another flavoring chemical, eugenol.

Some sources classify this molecule as a methoxyphenol. However, the IUPAC functional group hierarchy puts ketone at a higher priority than alcohol (phenol), so this is classed and named under IUPAC rules as a ketone.

Zingerone has been investigated for potential antioxidant activity as well as anti-inflammatory, anti-cancer, lipolytic, antiemetic and anti-diabetic effects.²

1) Zingerone
2)Chemical-Structure-of-Zingerone

A molecular model of Zingerone in the Molymod Hybrid Dome style uses the atoms & bonds in the parts list below. Our free 3D Molecular Model Builder shows other styles & allows for image rotation as an assembly guide.