apple essence

Apple essence is a natural flavoring substance characterized by its distinctly fruity, apple-like scent and flavor profile. It is categorized as a flavor and fragrance agent and is often synonymous with terms like apple (Italian) kiinote or apple bitter sweet (British) kiinote, which reflect regional naming variations. This essence is derived typically from natural apple components or processes that extract the characteristic aromatic compounds responsible for the fresh, fruity qualities associated with apples. Available documentation and chemical databases such as PubChem acknowledge apple essence as a complex mixture rather than a single chemical entity, encompassing several volatiles that contribute to its sensory properties. Its colorless to pale yellow appearance and sensory attributes make it valuable in flavor formulations and perfumery. The essence is approved for food use, and it is sourced principally from apples or apple-derived materials.

Apple essence occurs naturally in apples and is utilized widely as a flavor and fragrance agent in both food products and cosmetic formulations. It provides a fruity apple note that enhances sensory appeal in beverages, confectionery, baked goods, and perfumes. Regulatory frameworks including IFRA (Global) guide its appropriate use concentrations to ensure consumer safety. This standardization supports broad applicability in consumer goods while maintaining compliance with international safety directives. The essence may also serve in masking undesirable odors or modifying flavor profiles in complex formulations, emphasizing its multifunctional utility in product development.

Apple essence typically exists as a clear to pale yellow liquid exhibiting strong fruity apple odor and flavor characteristics. Its physical properties, such as volatility and solubility in organic solvents, influence its performance in formulations, allowing effective dispersion and aroma release. The compound lacks volatile organic hazardous classifications under OSHA's 29 CFR 1910 standards. Its balance between scent intensity and stability enables use in diverse matrices without compromising product integrity. The natural origin and complex composition of apple essence contribute to its unique sensory attributes, which are preserved through controlled handling and storage conditions to maintain functional quality.

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Safety information

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Classification of the substance or mixture
GHS Classification in accordance with 29 CFR 1910 (OSHA HCS)
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Safety in use information

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flavor and fragrance agents

IFRA Code of Practice Notification of the 49th Amendment to the IFRA Code of Practice

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