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Turkish Rose Oil

Nowadays, the production of rose oil and rose water is confined almost solely to the Isparta and Burdur provinces of Turkey. Hence, rose oil has been produced in Turkey for over a century. Initial production by cottage industry was largely replaced by modern industrial techniques, with the establishment of the first large distillery in Isparta in 1934.

Vetivone and Khusimone—the Puzzling Vetiver Oil Components

Chemistry and application in fragrance

Progress in Essential Oils: Asafoetida Oil

This month's column discusses the chemical composition of asafoetida oil and extract.

Progress in Essential Oils: Galangal Oil

Galangal or greater galangal oil is obtained from the steam distillation of comminuted rhizomes of Alpinia galanga Willd. a spice which has a woody, fl oral spicy aroma that is dissimilar to ginger. A limited amount of oil of galangal is produced in various countries in southeast Asia.

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Progress in Essential Oils: Cubeb Oil

This month's column discusses the chemical composition of cubeb oil derived from Piper cubeba L.

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Progress in Essential Oils: Grapefruit Oil

This month's issues discusses the chemical composition of grapefruit oil.

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Progress in Essential Oils: Tagetes Oil

This month's column discusses the chemical components of tagetes oil.

Progress in Essential Oils: Spanish Marjoram Oil, Lesser Galangal Oil and Wormwood Oil

This edition discusses the chemical composition of Spanish marjoram oil, lesser galangal oil and wormwood oil.

Progress in Essential Oils: Turmeric Oil

This article examines the composition and distillation methods of turmeric oil, including both the leaf and flower components.

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Progress in Essential Oils: Mediterranean Pine Oil

This month, Brian Lawrence discusses the olfactory and chemical composition of Mediterranean pine oil.

Progress in Essential Oils: Rhododendron Anthopogon Oil

This month's article discusses the chemical composition of Rhododendron anthopogon Oil.

Progress in Essential Oils: Rangpur Lime Oil

The present article reviews the components found in different plant parts of Rangpur lime oil, e.g., the peel oil and cultivars, by various researchers using a variety of methods, including GC-FID, GC/MS and others.

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Progress in Essential Oils: Spanish Sage Oil

Sage has been used as a spice and medicine throughout history with its use, growing in a variety of flavor and fragrance applications. This month, we take a closer look at the chemical constituents of pure and hybrid Spanish sage oils.

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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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Progress in Essential Oils: Juniper Berry Oil

This month's column discusses the chemical composition of juniper berry oil. Some of its common uses include seasoning mixtures in the food industry as flavorings in marinades for meat and fish, as well as in beverages such as tea, beer and brandy

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Progress in Essential Oils: Spanish Oregano Oil

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

Progress in Essential Oils: Summer Savory Oil

Summer savory oil.

Progress in Essential Oils: Marjoram Oil

In his regularly featured column, consultant Brian Lawrence reviews the findings of a number of researchers on the constituents in various essential oils. This month, he highlights marjoram oil.

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