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Leaf Alcohol

Leaf alcohol and its derivatives are a symbol of the “green revolution in flavors and fragrances that developed in our industry during the 1960’s.” Its commercial introduction changed the nature of flavors and fragrances and resulted in the wide spread use of n-hexenyl based materials, Today, more than 40 structurally related aroma chemicals are being utilized in our industry and all at relatively low formula percentages.

Indian Curry Leaf

A member of the natural order of Rutaceae, Murraya Koeniglii (Linn) Spreng, the "Indian curry tree" is a pretty, small shrub or tree up to 6 m in height and 15 to 40 cm in diameter. For years, Murraya koenigii in addition to its therapeutic values, has enjoyed a unique status as a flavoring principle in Indian cuisine.

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Cover Story: Leaf Alcohol Preparation

cis-Hex-3-en-1-ol and trans-hex-3-en-1ol are called leaf alcohols, though their aromas resemble freshly cut grass. Perfumers define their aroma more precisely: cis-hex-3-en-1-ol has powerful and intensely green grassy odor.1 Traces of cis-hex-3-en-1-ol are used in refreshing top notes in delicate floral fragrance types such as muguet and lilac; in addition, the alcohol is often used alongside geranium oil, galbanum, oakmoss, lavender and mint oils.

Progress in Essential Oils: Curry Leaf Oil

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

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The Meyer Lemon Story

The history, botany and chemical analysis of Meyer lemons.

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Pink Pepper Fruit and Leaf Oils

This month's column discusses the chemical composition of pink pepper fruit and leaf oils.

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Progress in Essential Oils: Lemon Verbena Oil

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

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Citrus materials: Composition of Myrtle Leaf Orange

An in-depth analysis of endocarp composition of this interesting traditional Italian/Sicilian/Calabrian material. Myrtle leaf orange is known as chinotto in Italy and chinois in France, presumably because the fruit originated in China.

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New Citrus Alternative: Discover Lemon Myrtle

Discover the unique flavour and taste of Lemon Myrtle from Australian Native Products. Elevate your products with this vibrant citrus alternative. Explore more

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A revolution in fragrance: Lemon Myrtle – the new citrus

Lemon Myrtle - With a sophisticated aroma and naturally occurring citral, this versatile ingredient offers benefits from antimicrobial to mood enhancement. Read about this fresh, sustainable 'new citrus' capturing hearts worldwide!

Progress in Essential Oils: Citron Oil, Pimento Leaf and Berry Oil

This month, Brian Lawrence discusses the composition of citron oil, pimento leaf and berry oil.

Progress in Essential Oils: Calmus Oil, Triploid Rhizome-Leaf Oils and More

Calamus oil, triploid rhizome-leaf oils, diploid rhizome oils and Nigella sativa oil.

Leaf essential oils of three different varieties of Citrus reticulate Blanco growing in Egypt

Paper of the 7th International Congress of Essential Oils, Kyoto, Japan, October 1977. This work was undertaken for the purpose of exploring new sources of citrus oils which may be useful as food flavors and in the fragrance industry. The study deals with the analysis of leaf essential oils of three different varieties of C. reticulata Blanco which flourish in Egypt.

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Lemon Essential Oil: World Production, Extraction Methods and Trading

Looking into the future, it appears not so difficult to predict that worldwide consumption of lemon oil should be showing a further growth rate during the next ten years or so. Whether the industries will be able to supply the growing market in appropriate volumes and accessible prices, is something that remains to be seen.

A New Method of Separation of Citral from Lemongrass Oil

Although many methods are known for the separation of citral from lemongrass (Cymbopogen flexuosus) oil, like fractional distillation, adduct formation and regeneration, the purity and the yield of citral as separated are not satisfactory. A new method for separation of citral in pure form and in near quantitative yield uses the column chromatographic technique. This method may also be adapted for large scale separation of citral and hence can be of commercial importance.

The Chemical Composition of the Leaf Essential Oils from 110 Citrus Species, Cultivars, Hybrids and Varieties of Chinese Origin

We carried out systematic analytical studies on the composition of the leaf oils from 110 citrus species, varieties, hybrids and cultivars of Chinese origin in order to look for new resources for essential oils and provide the systematic chemical-composition data of the leaf oils for the taxonomy of citrus plants.

HPLC-NMR — a Powerful Tool for the Identification of Non-Volatiles in Lemon Peel Oils

Citrus peel oils are of great importance for the flavor and fragrance industry because they are widely used in perfumes, beverages, food and cosmetic products. Many publications cover the analysis of the volatile substances of peel oils.

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Flavor Bites: Perfumers and Flavorists

Although there are distinct differences in the responsibilities and duties of perfumers and flavorists, these two occupations share many similarities and can learn much from each other

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