smelling

cis-3-Hexen-1-ol ((Z)-3-Hexen-1-ol) is an aroma compound described as green grassy or the smell of cut grass. It is found in many fresh fruits and vegetables and is widely used as a flavor additive in processed food and perfumes. cis-3-Hexen-1-ol also attracts various insects[1][2].

5-aminovalerate (or 5-aminopentanoic acid) is a lysine degradation product. It can be produced both endogenously or through bacterial catabolism of lysine. 5-aminovalerate is formed via the following multi-step reaction: L-lysine leads to cadverine leads