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ceratonia siliqua extract

Ceratonia siliqua extract is a natural carob-derived ingredient valued for its caramellic and sweet flavor, commonly used in flavor and fragrance applications.

General Material Description

Ceratonia siliqua extract is derived from the pods of the Ceratonia siliqua tree, commonly known as the carob tree. This natural extract presents as a dark brown powder or fluid extract and exhibits a notable caramellic aroma combined with sweet, chocolate, dried fruit, vanilla, and creamy sensory notes. Also identified under synonyms such as carob extract, locust bean extract, and st. john's bread extract, this material features in various flavor and fragrance formulations. For chemical and regulatory reference, it is indexed in PubChem (SID 135338567) and is often harvested through solvent extraction from the dried pods of the carob bean tree found predominantly in Mediterranean regions.

Occurrence, Applicability & Potential Uses

The compound occurs naturally in the carob bean, the fruit of the Ceratonia siliqua tree. Its caramellic and sweet flavor profile makes it valuable for incorporation into flavor and fragrance agents used in food and cosmetic products. According to the FEMA (US) standard for flavor materials, ceratonia siliqua extract is recognized within flavor formulation contexts. Its utility spans enhancing chocolate, vanilla, and creamy aromas within complex flavor blends. Additionally, this extract is incorporated into fragrance formulations as a natural aroma enhancer offering a rich and sweet note.

Physico-Chemical Properties Summary

Ceratonia siliqua extract typically appears as a dark brown viscous fluid or spray-dried powder, soluble in solvents suitable for flavor and fragrance preparations. The molecular complexity reflects a mixture of phenolic compounds and sugars contributing to its characteristic caramellic and sweet olfactory properties. Its stability under typical formulation temperatures and compatibility with various solvent systems permit integration into diverse product matrices. The extract's sensory potency is influenced by its concentration and form, which dictate volatility and release in end-use applications.

FAQ

What is ceratonia siliqua extract and where does it come from?
Ceratonia siliqua extract is a natural ingredient derived from the pods of the Ceratonia siliqua tree, commonly known as carob. The extract carries characteristic caramellic and sweet flavor notes, resembling chocolate, vanilla, and dried fruit. It is obtained through processes such as solvent extraction from the dried carob pods, yielding powder or fluid extracts used in flavor and fragrance applications.
How is ceratonia siliqua extract typically used, and what are its sensory properties?
The extract is commonly utilized as a flavor and fragrance agent contributing caramellic, sweet, and creamy aromatic nuances. Its sensory profile supports flavor enhancement in food products by imparting chocolate and vanilla tones. In fragrancing, it enriches compositions with its natural, sweet aroma. The extract’s physical form—either spray-dried powder or fluid—affects its solubility and volatility within formulations, influencing its performance.
What regulatory standards and safety information govern the use of ceratonia siliqua extract?
Ceratonia siliqua extract is recognized under FEMA (US) standards for flavoring agents and is included in registries such as ECHA’s REACH pre-registration (EU). It has no classified hazards under OSHA’s Hazard Communication Standard (29 CFR 1910) and no specific GHS label elements or precautionary statements are assigned. Safety assessments are available from the Research Institute for Fragrance Materials (RIFM), and IFRA guidelines apply for fragrance use. No oral, dermal, or inhalation toxicity has been determined, supporting its use within recommended limits.

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Literature & References

ceratonia siliqua extract
Pubchem (sid):135338567
Publications by PubMed
[Effects on the lipid profile in humans of a polyphenol-rich carob (Ceratonia siliqua L.) extract in a dairy matrix like a functional food; a pilot study].
Nutritional characterisation and bioactive components of commercial carobs flours.
Ultrasound-assisted extraction of D-pinitol from carob pods using Response Surface Methodology.
Hepatoprotective effect of carob against acute ethanol-induced oxidative stress in rat.
Optimization of ethanol production from carob pod extract using immobilized Saccharomyces cerevisiae cells in a stirred tank bioreactor.
Inhibitory effect of carob (Ceratonia siliqua) leaves methanolic extract on Listeria monocytogenes.
Kinetics of sugars consumption and ethanol inhibition in carob pulp fermentation by Saccharomyces cerevisiae in batch and fed-batch cultures.
Characterization of bioactive compounds and ameliorative effects of Ceratonia siliqua leaf extract against CCl₄ induced hepatic oxidative damage and renal failure in rats.
Antidepressant activity of Ceratonia siliqua L. fruit extract, a source of polyphenols.
Ethanol production from carob extract by using Saccharomyces cerevisiae.
New insight into the influence of carob extract and gallic acid on hemin induced modulation of HT29 cell growth parameters.
Does an extract of carob (Ceratonia siliqua L.) have chemopreventive potential related to oxidative stress and drug metabolism in human colon cells?
Carob fibre compounds modulate parameters of cell growth differently in human HT29 colon adenocarcinoma cells than in LT97 colon adenoma cells.
Flavonoid content in leaf extracts of the fig (Ficus carica L.), carob (Ceratonia siliqua L.) and pistachio (Pistacia lentiscus L.).
Antiproliferative effects of Ceratonia siliqua L. on mouse hepatocellular carcinoma cell line.
Extraction and purification from Ceratonia siliqua of compounds acting on central and peripheral benzodiazepine receptors.
Carob is not allergenic in peanut-allergic subjects.
Attractancy toOryzaephilus surinamensis (L.), saw-toothed grain beetle, of extracts of carobs, some triglycerides, and related compounds.
Inhibitors from Carob (Ceratonia siliqua L.): II. Effect on Growth Induced by Indoleacetic Acid or Gibberellins A(1), A(4), A(5), and A(7).
Inhibitors from carob (Ceratonia siliqua L.) : III. Comparisons with abscisic acid.
Inhibitors from Carob (Ceratonia siliqua L.) I. Nature of the Interaction With Gibberellic Acid on Shoot Growth.
EFFECT OF WATER EXTRACTS OF CAROB PODS, TANNIC ACID, AND THEIR DERIVATIVES ON THE MORPHOLOGY AND GROWTH OF MICROORGANISMS.

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General Material Information

Preferred name ceratonia siliqua extract
Trivial Name Ceratonia siliqua, ext.
Short Description st. john's bread extract
CAS Number 84961-45-5
ECHA Number 284-634-5
FDA UNII Search
FDA Mainterm 84961-45-5 ; CAROB BEAN, EXTRACT (CERATONIA SILIQUA L.)
Synonyms
  • carob extract
  • locust bean extract
  • locust tree extract
  • st johns bread extract
  • st. john's bread extract
  • st. john's bread fluid extract
  • st. john's bread spray-dried powder extract
  • st. john's-bread extract
  • Ceratonia siliqua, ext.
  • Carob ext.
  • St. John's bread ext.

PhysChem Properties

Material listed in food chemical codex No

Organoleptic Properties

Flavor Type: Caramellic
caramellic, chocolate, fruit dried fruit, vanilla, creamy
General comment Caramellic chocolate sweet dried fruit vanilla creamy

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Safety Information

Safety information

Hazards identification
Classification of the substance or mixture
GHS Classification in accordance with 29 CFR 1910 (OSHA HCS)
None found.
GHS Label elements, including precautionary statements
Pictogram
Hazard statement(s)
None found.
Precautionary statement(s)
None found.
Oral/Parenteral Toxicity:
Not determined
Dermal Toxicity:
Not determined
Inhalation Toxicity:
Not determined

Safety in use information

Category:
flavor and fragrance agents
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IFRA Code of Practice Notification of the 49th Amendment to the IFRA Code of Practice

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ceratonia siliqua extract
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