Overview

"Modern perfumery is a blend of art, science and technology, with chemistry being the central science involved. The Chemistry of Fragrances aims to educate and entertain, and inform the audience of the very latest chemistry, techniques and tools applied to fragrance creativity. Beginning with the history of perfumes, which goes back over fifty thousand years, the book goes on to discuss the structure of the Perfume Industry today. The focus then turns to an imaginary brief to create a perfume, and the response to it, including that of the chemist and the creative perfumer. Consumer research, toxicological concerns, and the use of the electronic nose are some of the topics discussed on this journey of discovery. Written by respected experts in their fields, this unique book gives an insider view of """"mixing molecules"""" from behind the portals of modern-day alchemy. It will be enjoyed by chemists and marketeers at all levels."

Full Product Details

Author:   David Pybus (Quest International) ,  Charles Sell
Publisher:   Royal Society of Chemistry
Imprint:   Royal Society of Chemistry
Edition:   2nd edition
Volume:   v. 38
Dimensions:   Width: 15.20cm , Height: 2.30cm , Length: 22.80cm
Weight:   0.750kg
ISBN:  

9780854048243

ISBN 10:   0854048243
Pages:   348
Publication Date:   06 November 2006
Audience:   College/higher education ,  Undergraduate ,  Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly
Format:   Hardback
Publisher's Status:   Active
Availability:   In Print  
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Table of Contents

A Home Full of Fragrance; The History of Aroma Chemistry and Perfume; Perfumery Materials of Natural Origin; Ingredients for the Modern Perfumery Industry; The Structure of an International Fragrance Company; The Fragrance Brief; Perfume Creation - The Role of the Perfumer; Measurement of Fragrance Perception; Application of Fragrances; The Safety and Toxicology of Fragrances; Volatility and Substantivity; Natural Product Analysis in the Fragrance Industry; Chemoreception; Electronic Odour Sensing; The Quest for Novel Aroma Chemicals; Brief Submission; Epilogue; Glossary of Terms; Bibliography; Index; Useful Addresses; Djinn's Lamp.

Reviews

A concise approach to cover the multi-facets of the science of fragrance...as a useful introduction to the chemistry of fragrance. -- Chemistry and Industry, 9 July 2007 (Thomas McGee) Chemistry and Industry The authors are able to demonstrate that the chemistry of such tiny fragrant molecules can be very fascinating...the book is a must for anyone with an interest in fragrances. It is simply fascinating!! -- Flavour and Fragrance Journal, 2008, 23:66 (Gerhard Buchbauer) Flavour and Fragrance Journal

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