Reaction product of linalool with citric acid and organoleptic uses thereof
AssigneeInternational Flavors & Fragrances Inc.
InventorsMichael J. Zampino, Braja D. Mookherjee
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Abstract
Described is the reaction product of linalool with citric acid wherein the reaction is carried out at 100.degree. C. for a period of about two hours in aqueous media. The resulting reaction product contains alpha terpineol having the structure: ##STR1## The reaction product of our invention may be used to augment, enhance or impart aromas and tastes to consumable materials including perfume compositions, colognes, perfumed articles including solid or liquid anionic, cationic, nonionic or zwitterionic detergents, fabric softener compositions, hair preparations and the like as well as foodstuffs and chewing gums.
Claims6
A process for preparing a reaction product comprising the step of intimately admixing citric acid and linalool for a period of from 2-4 hours at a temperature of approximately 100.degree. C. and a pressure of approximately one atmosphere in aqueous solution.
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