Description
Substances used to alter the odour and taste of food products. They can be produced naturally by extracting the essential oil from the plant, or created chemically by mixing chemical compounds called esters to specific oils.
Alternative labels
edible flavouring
flavourings for food
natural flavouring
food flavorings
chemical flavoring
natural flavoring
edible flavoring
chemical flavouring
flavorings for food
Skill type
knowledge
Skill reusability level
sector-specific
Relationships with occupations
Essential knowledge
Food flavourings is an essential knowledge of the following occupations:
Sensory scientist: Sensory scientists carry out sensory analysis in order to compose or improve flavours and fragrances for the food, beverage and cosmetics industry. They base their flavour and fragrance development on sensory and consumer research. Sensory scientists carry out research and analyse statistical data to meet customers expectations.
Optional knowledge
Food flavourings is optional for these occupations. This means knowing this knowledge may be an asset for career advancement if you are in one of these occupations.
Fragrance chemist: Fragrance chemists develop and improve fragrance chemicals by formulating, testing and analysing fragrances and their ingredients so that the end product meets the expectations and the needs of customers.
References
- Food flavourings – ESCO
