摘要 |
Dihydrochalcones of the formula <IMAGE> are disclosed wherein M<+> is a cation, X is H or OH, and R is a lower alkyl. These materials are useful as sweeteners for edibles. They may be prepared by electrophilic addition of the 3-sulfo-5,6- dihydroxyhexyl group to the corresponding flavanones, using epoxysultone, and thereafter converting to the dihydrochalcone. |