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Reflections of a Retired Flavorist Before He Forgets: Strawberry

The demand for “natural flavors and the availability of “natural ingredients (such as ethyl butyrate, ethyl 2-methyl butyrate, diacetyl, ethyl caproate, hexyl and hexenyl compounds, the aliphatic acids, methyl cinnamate, maltol and furaneol and yC1O and C11 lactones) enable the flavorist to produce a “natural strawberry with a minimum of juice or fruit extractives. It also verifies that Aldehyde C16 is not a necessary ingredient.

Reflections of a Retired Flavorist Before He Forgets: Peach

Until the natural sulfur components, like p-hydroxy phenyl butanone, are available in a "natural" form, today's flavorist can create more realistic peach and raspberry flavors than "natural" ones.

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(Re)Formulating the Future of Health and Wellness

From low-in products to natural offerings to functional foods and beverages to cosmetic actives, the flavor and fragrance industry is poised to play a multi-faceted role in addressing consumer wellbeing.

Reflections of a Retired Flavorist Before He Forgets: Lime

Surprisingly, Oil Limes, Distilled, is not a true natural product but results from the action of the acidic juice on the original essential oil. It is produced by comminuting the whole lime and distilling off the altered essential oil.

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A Rapid Test for the Identification of Incense Resins

We are continuing our investigation into identifying the botanical source of the Indian olibamun. We are also investigating the identity of the compounds responsible for certain of the characteristic spats produced by the resins.

Reflections of a Retired Flavorist Before He Forgets: Cocoa

In keeping with today’s irrational demand for natural products and the even more ridiculous activity of our industry, supplying these in ever mom concentrated form, the use of natural amino acids and sugars to obtain a natural reacted end-product plus added pure vanilla, cocoa distillate or extract, and traces of essential oils (such as Bois de Rose for its Iinalool content ) results in quite satisfactory, less expensive and more concentrated “natural coca or chocolate flavors.

Regulatory notes: Communicating With Customers About Fragrance Regulatory Changes

The effect of the Seventh Amendment to the European Cosmetic Directive and the California Safe Cosmetics Act on fragrance suppliers and customers. While visiting a fragrance supplier earlier this year, the conversation turned to the challenge of communicating with customers about regulatory changes. In addition to exchanging information about what ingredients might be in a particular fragrance, these conversations frequently touch on the need for the customer to decide either to label or disclose the presence of a particular ingredient, or to reformulate.

Emily Ratajkowski likes that Flowerbomb is 'about strength as much as it is about femininity.'

Viktor&Rolf Announces Emily Ratajkowski as the Face of Flowerbomb

The 18-year-old fragrance was designed with femininity, something Ratajkowski champions, in mind.

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F&F Literature Review: Natural Progression in Extraction, Production and Research

A brief look at the literature gives some indication of health and wellness drivers, including natural extraction, production and modification processes; authentication techniques; and even biometric efficacy research.

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Progress in Essential Oils: Rosewood or Bois-de-Rose Oil

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

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Revitalizing rose cultivation and a future in essential oils in Azerbaijan

Revitalizing rosa damascena cultivation and oil production in Azerbaijan’s picturesque Alazani Valley, Lecheq Farm & Distillery share a glimpse of their ethically produced treasures.

When It’s Ready, It’s Perfect: a New Fine Fragrance Market Reality

Speakers from Chanel and Estee Lauder relayed information on building a lasting fragrance at the CEW's Time-Defying Scents panel.

The quality of Valencia orange peel oil as related to rootstock

The aldehyde and ester content of citrus oils have long been considered important indicators of flavor and aroma, and rootstocks can have an influence on this important quality of an orange oil. However, the limited amount of data accumulated regarding the influence of rootstock on oil quality and yield indicate the need for further study and research to include other varieties and rootstocks of citrus.

Radical Addition of Acetone to Alkenes: Two Short Routes to Muscone

(–)-3-Methylcyclopentadecanone, known as muscone (Figure 1 [1]) is the principal odorous constituent of the musk deer gland. It represents a benchmark of musk odor that is in great demand for perfumery use.

This article was provided by Chemlinked and compiles information on the major countries that have regulations on fragrance allergen labeling and their specific labeling requirements.

[updated] Fragrance Allergen Labeling Requirements in 7 Regions + 45 EU Additions

This article from Chemlinked compiles information on major regions with regulations for fragrance allergen labeling and their requirements. Legislation in progress also is mentioned. [Update: On July 26, 2023, the EU added 45 new entries to the Annex.]

Globally, the ready-to-drink coffee and tea market was projected to reach $44.64 billion in 2024 and is expected to grow at a rate of 12.8% by 2029, according to data from Statista.

Sipping on the Run: RTD Coffee and Tea Market Emphasizes Convenience, Health

Busy consumers are seeking coffee and tea drinks that are convenient, delicious and nutritious.

Fifty-five percent of consumers stated they “always/often” pay attention to labels when grocery shopping, with sugar content being a primary driver.

How Sugar Reduction Can Meet Consumer Needs, Regulatory Issues and Formulation Challenges

Tailored solutions can enhance the overall product experience in terms of sweetness and mouthfeel while reducing sugar content.

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The state of: Bois de Rose and Linalool ex Bois de Rose

Bois de Rose and the highly coveted natural linalool that it produces has faced years of sustainability difficulties. New sustainable production methods are broadening its contemporary usage once again.

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