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Section: Flavor > Pharmaceuticals

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Progress in Essential Oils: Long Pepper Oil

The present article is a survey of literature evaluating the constituents of Piper longum L., or long pepper, fruit oil. In one case, early researchers found the oil was devoid of monoterpene compounds and rich in sesquiterpenes, with b-caryophyllene being the major hydrocarbon. Lawrence (1978) and others also examined the composition of P. longum, the findings from which are discussed here.

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F&F Literature Review: Digitally Crafted Scents and Predicting Flavor and Protein Interaction

This month’s F&F literature review examines digitally crafted molecule design, natural extracts in personal care and predicting flavor partitioning and protein interactions, among other studies.

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Ω-Pentadecalactone

Ω-Pentadecalactone is found sparsely in nature and has an extremely pure musk odor. This can be a disadvantage at high levels in fragrances due to scent adaptation, but at the low levels in flavors it is a distinct advantage and serves to brighten and enhance flavors, often adding a subtly sensuous nuance.

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Pumpkin Spice Magic

America’s obsession with pumpkin spice has long been explained as clever marketing and nostalgia, but what if there’s something deeper at work?

This month's Profiles column features Marie Wright, president of creation, design and development and chief global flavorist at ADM.

Profiles: Marie Wright

This month's Profiles column features Marie Wright, president of creation, design and development and chief global flavorist at ADM

Progress in Essential Oils

This month's column discusses the chemical composition of orange oil.

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Flavor Bites: Propenyl Guaethol

With its ability to be about 20 times stronger than vanillin, this ingredient works well in brown flavors at low levels or can be used in combination with vanillin.

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Authentication of Natural Peppermint Oil

This article explores the application of carbon-14 testing as a method to authenticate naturally sourced peppermint oil and screen for adulteration.

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Editor’s Note: An Expanding Palette

For centuries, humanity has waxed poetic on the diversity and versatility of nature. If nature were a painter’s palette and the colors represented our current uses of nature’s bounty, then we are only using a corner of that palette.

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Editor's Note: Mint: Sweet, Pungent & Cool

The power of menthol is used to mask off notes of functional ingredients in oral care products and even develop a sense of confidence; as well as aid in digestion and even create indulgent flavor profiles when paired with other ingredients like chocolate, citrus or tea.

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First Person: Hacking Musk Strawberry Flavor

Decoding an exotic botanical close to home.

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There’s Chemistry in Them Chili Peppers!

This article describes the chemistry behind the flavor, aroma, and pungency of chili peppers to assist in flavor creation.

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2018 Leaderboard: Takasago Shifts to Profitable Structure

The Tokyo-based company has made a number of investments in its global supply system, including investing in fermentation processes and supporting those impacted by the earthquakes in Mexico.

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2019 Leaderboard: IFF Strengthens Position With Frutarom

Closing the Frutarom acquisition in Oct. 2018, the company saw Frutarom contribute $359.6 million to its core business.

The Continuing Evolution of Terpene Products and Specialties

Renessenz is one of the largest F&F ingredient houses based on natural renewable feedstock and is focusing on innovation and sustainability, particularly in the elimination of impurities and excess waste water.

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2018 Leaderboard: Mane SA Increases Global Position

Mane SA rose in the leaderboard ranks this year due to a combination of new successes in beverages, confections and seasoning and strong performance in its fragrance division.

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CBD: The Compound, the FDA and the Path Forward

A general overview of the background, current legal status and path forward surrounding the use of CBD in products intended for human consumption.

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2019 Leaderboard: Mane Expands With Production and R&D Capabilities

Despite challenges to the company's supply of aroma chemicals, Mane increased consolidated sales by 8.4% from the previous year.

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