Level of education
Bachelor's degree
ECTS
2 credits
Training structure
Faculty of Science
Description
- International market for natural aromatic raw materials, Main Products
- Main olfactory families
- Study of natural aromatic raw materials: chemical and olfactory characteristics
- Control of essential oils according to AFNOR standards
Hourly volumes:
CM: 12 p.m.
Practical work: 8 hours
Objectives
Knowledge of the international essential oils market, their chemical and olfactory classification, and their standardization.
Experimental training: Application of AFNOR standards for the characterization of commercial essential oils.
Teaching hours
- Natural aromatic raw materials: control and application - Practical workPractical work8 hours
- Natural aromatic raw materials: control and application - CMLecture12 p.m.
Mandatory prerequisites
Basic knowledge of organic chemistry
Knowledge assessment
Assessment: 60% Final exam (2 sessions), 40% Practical work (written)
Syllabus
Introduction: What is a natural ingredient, global market
Description of natural ingredients belonging to the main olfactory families: citrus, aromatic (herbal, aniseed, and mint), floral, spicy, etc.
Control of essential oils according to AFNOR standards
Additional information
Administrative contact(s):
Master's Program in Chemistry Secretariat
https://master-chimie.edu.umontpellier.fr/