Pine Oil is a popular solvent across the globe for gums, resins, and other substances, proving effective in industrial applications. The Oil can be extracted from the pitch-soaked wood or needles of the pine tree (Pinus Sylvestris) using the steam distillation process. It has all the properties of pine trees,… Read more »
Widely known for its value across the flavours and fragrances and cosmetic sectors, Benzyl Acetate is also commonly used in industrial applications. The clear, oily, colourless liquid holds a powerful, flowery fragrance offering a pleasant, jasmine-like aroma. It is the primary component of essential oils from jasmine, ylang-ylang and tobira… Read more »
Anethole (also known as Anise Camphor) is a well-known and sought after phenol methyl ether, a derivative of phenylpropene. Traditionally, Anethole was predominantly found in anise, fennel, and camphor. Today, commercial anethole is often derived from tree extracts such as turpentine. Being versatile and diverse, this ether is most often… Read more »
Known as a delectable flavour aroma enhancer, Maltol imbues foods with a sweetness akin to caramel or cotton candy, with a fruity hint. Predominantly used across the food and beverages sector, Maltol Oil often delivers the flavourant for chocolate and caramel-flavoured products. Interestingly it is also used by perfumers and… Read more »
Offering a fruity, pineapple rich scent, Allyl Caproate is an aromatic chemical used the world over in both Flavours and Fragrances. With its unique rum-like nuances, this highly stable Allyl Hexanoate Ester occurs naturally in pineapples, baked potato, and mushrooms and is described as being fatty-fruity, floral, and mossy. Allyl… Read more »
Steam distilled from the leaves of Pelargonium graveolens (native to South Africa) Geranium Oil has long since been considered a powerful healing agent, a pleasant flavourant, and a unique sweet-smelling fragrance. Geranium Oil in Pharmaceuticals For centuries, Geranium Essential Oil has been used to treat health conditions. With its… Read more »
Known as a powerful, green solvent, Dipentene has excellent wetting and dispersing properties. This terpene liquid is most commonly used in industrial applications such as adhesives and coatings but is also safe for use in flavours and fragrances, and pharmaceuticals. What is Dipentene? Dipentene is found in various volatile… Read more »
Over almost four decades, the Teubes Group has mastered the art of developing unique Flavour and Fragrance products that meet distinctive global needs. As a Business-to-Business (B2B) organisation, Teubes supplies superior quality raw materials to manufacturers across the world. These manufacturers include the Flavour and Fragrance (FAF), Food and Beverage,… Read more »
Whether during the holidays, or amid a busy year, candles can have an incredibly calming effect when imbued with the right essential oils. While there are many essential oils that can be used in this application, Teubes’ Research and Development Technologist, Singita Hlungwani recommends three key oils for use in… Read more »
Extracted from fresh Rose petals through steam distillation, Rose Essential Oil is most commonly used in perfumery applications. As one can imagine, Rose Essential Oil has a powerful fragrance, containing floral, fresh, spicy, and citrus notes. Rose Essential Oil is extremely precious and sought after. Due to its intricate production… Read more »
