β-Ionone: Its Occurrence and Biological Function and Metabolic Engineering

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β-Ionone is a natural plant volatile compound, and it is the 9,10 and 9',10' cleavage product of β-carotene by the carotenoid cleavage dioxygenase. β-Ionone is widely distributed in flowers, fruits, and vegetables. β-Ionone and other apocarotenoids comprise flavors, aromas, pigments, growth regulators, and defense compounds; serve as ecological cues; have roles as insect attractants or repellants, and have...