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AMYRIS OIL [1 record]

Record 1 1999-02-08

English

Subject field(s)
  • Chemistry
  • Food Additives
DEF

An oil distilled from the wood of a torchwood (Amyris balsamifera) and used in perfumery.

CONT

Amyris oil ... viscous liquid with a characteristic odor of sandalwood ... used as a flavoring for candy.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Chimie
  • Additifs alimentaires
DEF

Liquide visqueux, jaune pâle, à odeur caractéristique de santal, extrait du bois d'Amyris balsamifera. Aromatisant pour confiseries.

Spanish

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