Journal of Molecular Catalysis B: Enzymatic

Optimized synthesis of (Z)-3-hexen-1-yl caproate using germinated rapeseed lipase in organic solvent

M Liaquat

Index: Liaquat, Muhammad Journal of Molecular Catalysis B: Enzymatic, 2011 , vol. 68, # 1 p. 59 - 65

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Abstract

(Z)-3-hexen-1-yl esters are important green top-note components of food flavors and fragrances. Effects of various process conditions on (Z)-3-hexen-1-yl caproate synthesis employing germinated rapeseed lipase acetone powder in organic solvent were investigated. Rapeseed lipase catalyzed ester formation more efficiently with non-polar compared to polar solvents despite high enzyme stability in both types of solvents. ...