L-Carvone
L-Carvone is a naturally occurring organic compound recognized for its cool, spearmint-like fragrance. It is a major component of caraway and spearmint essential oils and is widely used in the flavor and fragrance industry for its fresh aroma and its ability to enhance minty flavor profiles.
Available Packaging Size
25 kg, 100 kg, 180 kg
Industry
Pharmaceuticals,Flavor , Food , Fragrance
Technical Specification
Property | Details |
| Category | Carvone Derivates |
| Molecular Formula | C10H14O |
| Product Type (Natural/Synthetic) | Synthetic |
| Haz/Non Haz | Non Haz |
| Color/Appearance | Colourless to pale yellow liquid |
| Solubility | 0.1 g / 10ml Acetone, clear |
| Odour | Spearmint like odour |
| Refractive Index (n20/D) | 1.496 – 1.51 |
| Optical Rotation (20°C) | -570C - - 610C |
| Specific gravity (25ºC) | 0.955- 0.966 |
| GC Purity | 99.00% Minimum |
| Storage | Store in cool, dry and dark places, Away from direct sunlight. |
Characteristics
About L-Carvone
L-Carvone is a naturally occurring organic compound known for its cool, minty scent reminiscent of spearmint. Commonly found in essential oils of caraway and spearmint, it is highly appreciated in both the flavor and fragrance industries for its refreshing aroma and its ability to enhance minty flavor profiles.
L-Carvone Uses
- Flavoring Agent: Provides a clean, minty taste to chewing gum, candies, beverages, and other food products.
- Fragrance Ingredient: Incorporated into perfumes, colognes, and personal care formulations to deliver a fresh, invigorating aroma.
- Aromatic Blends: Used in home fragrance products for its uplifting, mint-forward scent.
L-Carvone Industry Applications
- Flavor Industry: Applied to enrich or create minty flavor profiles in a variety of food and beverage items.
- Fragrance & Personal Care Industry: Added to perfumes, lotions, deodorants, and grooming products to boost freshness and cooling aromatic notes.
- Home & Consumer Goods: Utilized in scented household items to impart a bright, spearmint-like fragrance.
