This invention provides a process for the production of novel smoking compositions which contain a benzofuranone flavorant additive, and further provides novel benzofuranone compounds as illustrated by the cis 6-phenyl-3a, 4,5,7a-tetrahydro-2(3H)-benzofuranone: ##STR1## Under normal cigarette smoking conditions, the benzofuranone additive in an invention smoking composition enhances the flavor and aroma of the mainstream and sidestream smoke.
本发明提供了一种生产含有
苯并呋喃酮风味添加剂的新型吸烟组合物的方法,并提供了新型的
苯并呋喃酮化合物,例如顺式6-苯基-3a,4,5,7a-四氢-2(3H)-
苯并呋喃酮:##STR1## 在正常的香烟吸烟条件下,本发明的吸烟组合物中的
苯并呋喃酮添加剂增强了主流烟和侧流烟的风味和香气。