Flavors & Fragrance Delivery Systems

This article focusses on the art of encapsulating flavors and fragrances into carrier materials, emphasizing the scientific challenges imposed by the particular nature of these essentially volatile encapsulants. The expected benefits of F&F delivery systems are discussed in terms of protection against ageing, enhanced impact during use and sustained release from substrates. Special attention is given to the preparation and use of hydrophilic delivery systems based on carbohydrates. The discussion is illustrated by selected applications of current delivery systems in the fields of flavor formulations and perfumed laundry care detergent powders.