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Labeling Vanilla Flavorings and Vanilla-Flavored Foods in the U.S.

Vanilla flavorings are the only flavorings subject to a federal standard of identity. An understanding of the vanilla standard and the general flavoring labeling regulations is necessary to properly label vanilla flavorings and the foods to which they are added.

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Vanilla Enters the World of Genomics

Within the last few years, the development of new DNA sequencing technologies has revolutionized the study of crop plants. New technologies are now available that provide high-throughput DNA sequence coverage at low cost, making their application to smaller crops possible. Two research groups are currently applying these new technologies to Vanilla planifolia to study some of the important issues with Vanilla, such as disease susceptibility and vanillin biosynthesis.

Vanilla: Anything but Plain

Mike Fasano outlines the complexities and nuances of vanilla extracts

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Optimization of Traditional Curing of Vanilla Beans

A number of recent advances in plant biochemistry and chemistry have clarified some stages of the vanilla bean curing operation and opened up opportunities for improvement in and control of the process.

Vanilla flavor is dominated by phenols and their transformation products mostly derived from enzymatic hydrolysis of the phenyl-β-D-glucosides. Cocoa bean flavor is dominated by Strecker aldehydes and pyrazines and other products generated during the roasting process of the beans.

Extracting the Essence: Comparing Vanilla and Cocoa Processes

Understanding the similarities and differences in biochemistry, chemistry and curing processes of vanilla and cocoa may offer insight into producing high-quality materials.

The flavor of cured vanilla beans contains a complex mixture of aroma and taste compounds.

Vanilla Bean Extraction: Old Procedures Needing a Makeover

Part 2 of 2: Vanilla ranges and possible method improvements.

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Chemical Characterization of Vanilla pompona Scheide, Part II

Vanilla pompona is resistant to climate change and diseases, and therefore is preferred for hybridization with V. planifolia. Its chemical characterization was carried out in a series of experiments, described in this second of four parts.

The curing of ripe, green vanilla beans convert a generally unflavored pod into the universally recognized and popular aromatic product.

Vanilla Bean Extraction: Old Procedures Needing a Makeover

Part 1 of 2: Exploring regulations and vanilla extraction methods.

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A Major Stake for the Future: Authenticating Vanilla With DNA

As vanilla supplies remain volatile, the threat of adulteration and fraud pose a real threat to the F&F industry. In response, authenticating methods like DNA barcoding provides a way to ensure purity and traceability.

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A Natural and a Pod: Commonalities in Vanilla and Tea Processing

Shared chemistry, biochemistry and processing in tea leaf and vanilla pod.

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2018 Leaderboard: IFF Set for Expansion

With the recent acquisition of Frutarom and recent global infrastructure initiatives, IFF is positioned to increase its influence and position on the leaderboard.

2012 Flavor & Fragrance Leaderboard

Acquisitions, raw material price pressures and an uncertain economy make for a mixed picture

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2018 Flavor & Fragrance Leaderboard

Driven by regulation and marked by innovative technologies paired with a rising demand in natural, this year’s leaderboard addresses the industry’s horizontal growth in an increasing digital, globalized landscape.

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2016 Flavor & Fragrance Leaderboard

An exclusive look at the top companies' financial reports, sustainability strategies, R&D initiatives, M&A activity and more.

The Benefits of Fragrance

The luncheon speaker at the Symposium was Dr. Morley Kare, who provided an educational and most captivating presentation on the subjects of taste and smell.

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Upping Fragrance Intensity via Cyclodextrins*

How can fragrances pack a bigger punch? Or last longer? These issues forever press the industry and have given rise to novel delivery and release technologies.

Safety Aspects of Flavors and Fragrances

The flavor and fragrance industry has, for a long time, been conscientious about the safety of its products, From the very beginning it has participated in the development of safety evaluations and regulations for flavors and fragrances, both in the US and Europe. In this paper the developments of both flavors and fragrances will be summarized. The difference in approach in these two areas will be discussed, as well as possible future developments.

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Natural Source Testing for Flavors and Fragrances

In highly regulated marketplaces where mislabeling could have legal and commercial repercussions, a reliable natural source test is critical at the procurement, research and development, product launch and supply stages.

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