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Valencene


Valencene is a sesquiterpene that is an aroma component of citrus fruit and citrus-derived odorants. It is obtained inexpensively from Valencia oranges.{{cite journal

It is used as a precursor to nootkatone, the main contributor to the aroma and flavor of grapefruit.

References

References

  1. M. M. Bomgardner. (July 16, 2012). "Fragrances 101. A Fortuitous Field of Flavors and Fragrances". [[Chemical & Engineering News]].
  2. (2014). "Biotechnology of Isoprenoids".
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