Description
Modern flavours and fragrances are complex formulated products, containing blends of aroma compounds with auxiliary materials, enabling desirable flavoursor fragrances to be added to a huge range of products. From the identification and synthesis of materials such as vanillin in the 19th Century, to the currentapplication of advanced analytical techniques for identification of trace aroma compounds present in natural materials, the flavour and fragrance industry hasdeveloped as a key part of the worldwide specialty chemicals industry. Despite the industrys importance, most recruits have minimal exposure to flavours and fragrances before recruitment. Aimed at helping those recruits achieve a rapid and comprehensive understanding of the industry, this book provides a detailed overview of the synthesis, chemistry and application technology of aroma compounds.
About the Author
Edited by Dr. David RoweDavid Rowe is Technical Manager at De Monchy Aromatics Ltd., Poole UK