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Citrus Hydrocarbon-Free Essential Oils

Years of experience accumulated in the commercial production of a large variety of hydrocarbon-free oils have shown that these high quality, and often unique products are particularly appropriate for flavor and fragrance applications.

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Biotech Terpenes

Using emerging biotech processes, one large fermentation tank will be able to produce as much valencene as a pile of oranges standing 500 feet tall and weighing 1 million metric tons.

Base-catalysed of terpenes

We have projected in the foregoing survey significant advances in the isomerisation of terpenes by base catalysis. Invoking this technique, it si seen how many of the delicate reactions are smoothly accomplished, adding new dimensions to terpene technology. How terpenes, which are notoriously sensitive to thermal and proton impact, have been engineered in the desired direction through base catalysis is an important chapter in the history of terpene chemistry.

The biosynthesis of terpene compounds

From Wallach's isoprene rule to Ruzieka's biogenetic isoprene rule, the monoterpenes and sesquiterpenes have played a significant role in the development of basic concepts concerning the origin of all terpenoid compounds. Yet, while our understanding of the biosynthesis of higher terpenoids, such as steroids, has flourished progress in the biochemistry of monoterpenes and sesquiterpenes has been relatively slow--due in large part to the chemical nature of the mono- and sesquiterpenes (volatility, instability, and so forth) and to the experimental difficulties associated with the plants that produce these compounds.

Fragrances Through Hydrochlorination of Terpenes

Among the reactions that have enriched terpene chemlstry, perhaps the simplest and one of the outstanding is hydrochlorination. This reaction has been used for structural elucidation, for derivatization to identify and/or purify terpenes and for synthesizing perfumery chemicals. How the application of hydrochlorination on terpenes has unearthed the treasure caves of fragrances is a vibrant chapter worthy of portrayal.

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.

Part 1 of 2: Understanding terpenes and the reported health benefits.

Using Terpenes to Make Flavors with Health Halos

Part 1 of 2: Understanding terpenes and the reported health benefits.

Part 2 of 2: Exploring terpenes and mood alteration, selection of terpenes and ideas on how to assemble your flavor.

Using Terpenes to Make Flavors with Health Halos

Part 2 of 2: Exploring terpenes and mood alteration, selection of terpenes and ideas on how to assemble your flavor.

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Progress in Essential Oils:Thymol-rich Thymus vulgaris oils – Part 2

We take a closer look at the various constituents of thymol-rich thyme oils hailing from various parts of Iran, as well as Turkey, Czech Republic, Spain and Brazil.

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Progress in Essential Oils: Celery Seed and Leaf Oils

This month's column discusses the chemical compositions of celery seed leaf and oil.

Progress in Essential Oils: Mentha Citrate and Ajowan Oils

This edition discusses the chemical composition of Ajowan oil and Mentha citrata oil.

Natural Essential Oils: Extraction Processes and Application to Some Major Oils

This discussion offers a brief overview of the different processes used to obtain natural essential oils. The trend of development in natursl essential oils for the near future will be to: —obtain products free of organic solvents —impove the preparation of the plant matter in order to get better yields —develop aromatic molecules through fermentation

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Progress in Essential Oils: Thymol-rich Thymus vulgaris oils – Part 1

A derivative of thyme oil, thymol contains antibacterial, anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties, among others. Part 1 discusses the various constituents of thymol-rich thyme oils.

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.

Progress in Essential Oils: Yarrow Oil, Spikenard Oil, and Dwarf Pine and Mountain Pine Oils

This month's column discusses the chemical compositions of yarrow oil, spikenard oil, and dwarf pine and mountain pine oils

Pattern Recognition Methods for Discrimination of Essential Oils (Rose Oils) by Their Gas Chromatograms

It is possible to distinguish between essential oils of the same type and their mixtures by analysing their gas chromatograms using a pattern recognition method.

Spanish Essential Oils

Red thyme, lavandin, spike lavender, rosemary and more.

Citrus essential oils

The recent trend toward natural ingredients in foods should increase the use of natural citrus oils and aqueous essences, They provide a wide range of flavors and solubility characteristics for use in foods, cosmetics, and cleansers and can he declared as natural ingredients on the label.

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