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Organoleptic Characteristics of Flavor Materials

Champignol; everlasting resinoid; cis-3-hexenoic acid, natural; homomenthyl acetate; labdanum resinoid; and more

Flavor Bites: cis-3-Hexenoic Acid

Application in berry, fruit and other flavors.

Fragrant Esters of 3-Cyclohexylbutanoic Acid

Thus, the acid is not too easily available, but remarkable fragrant properties of its esters raise the interest in its production. The first four stages of its synthesis have been described previously. Prin’s reaction of α-methylstyrene with formaldehyde yields 4-methyl-4-phenyl-1,3-dioxane.

Transition from (+)-Car-3-ene to fragrant chemicals

For half a century, (+)-car-3-ene was relegated to the backyard of the Naval Stores Industry. More than anything else, lack of precise knowledge of its intricate chemistry and its non-availability in technical purity were responsible for this tragic negligence. Recent years have witnessed a dramatic change in the status of (+ )-car-3-ene. The terpene has blossomed into a unique raw material for modification to interesting and valuable perfumery synthetics.

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Progress in Essential Oils: Myrica Gale

Adored by beavers, once found in beers of north western Germany during the Middle Ages and used as an effective insect repellant or a perfumery ingredient, myrica gale oil's constituents can shed new light to formulators on other ways it can be used in F&F.

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3 Ways to Transform Citrus Critics into Connoisseurs

Citrus is one of the most prevalent flavors in the world, yet a large percentage of consumers remain unconvinced. Discover three strategies to help transform these citrus critics into connoisseurs.

Trans-2, trans-4-Decadienal

Used alone or with other similar aliphatic dienals, this ingredient adds a fried character to flavors.

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Flavor Bites: trans-2 Hexenol

Featuring a distinct apple characteristic, the ingredient provides a green profile without a trace of the usual leafy notes and contributes to a finished flavor's authenticity.

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Flavor Bites: trans-2, cis-6 Nonadienal

With a powerful green, cucumber aroma, trans-2, cis-6 nonadienal can add a fresh character to a range of flavor applications.

Molecule of the Month: trans-2-Dodecenal

Organoleptic characteristics and F&F applications.

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Cheese Acids

Chemistry and application in flavor of 4-Methylnonanoic acid, which occurs in heated lamb and cheeses such as Pecorino Romano.

Much higher levels of trans-2-nonenal, even up to 100 ppm, work well in roasted and fried potato flavors.

trans-2-Nonenal in Meat, Savory, Brown and Nut Flavors

A chemical that is very effective but is considered one of the most difficult to dose correctly.

Unsaturated Aliphatic Acids

Chemistry and application in flavor

Fried onion flavors are similar to fried garlic flavors, but a little more restrained. One hundred ppm works well.

trans-2-Dodecenal in Savory, Citrus, Fruit, Dairy & Other Flavors

A jack of all trades, trans-2-dodecenal works in a number of roles by itself as well as with a partner.

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Flavor Bites: Hexanoic Acid

Hexanoic acid is found widely in nature and contributes to a smorgasbord of different flavors, containing some of the cheesy profile of butyric acid, but also some of the goaty allure of octanoic acid.

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Flavor Bites: trans-2-Octenal

With a powerful fatty character paired with just a hint of a fruity green apple note, this material works well in a variety of savory, dairy, nut and fruit flavors, as well as tea.

Flavor Bites: trans-2-Decenal

Use in citrus, fruit, dairy and savory flavors

Flavor Bites: Octanoic Acid

Characterized by a cheesy aroma, this ingredient pairs seamlessly with a variety of non-dairy flavors.

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