Aroma
The odor of (-)-CARVEOL is more Caraway-iike than Spearmint-like (according to the majority of opinions).
Uses
(-)-CARVEOL finds use in flavor compositions to support the flavor of Mint. Spearmint,
Caraway or spice flavors or flavor blends.
The concentration in finished product will
be about 25 ppm. (Candy).
Production Methods
(-)-CARVEOL can be produced from:
1) Limoncne by oxidation.
2) laero-Carvone by reduction with
Lithium Aiuminium hydride.
Definition
ChEBI: The (1R,5R)-stereoisomer of carveol.
Solubility in organics
Insoluble in water, soluble in alcohol and
oils.