Sniffing olfactory port for sensory perception and flavour detection to be coupled with Gas chromatography/mass spectrometry.
In the GC-O, the Gas Chromatograph is coupled with the Eptes olfactometry system that allows a trained chemists and flavour panelists to smell and perceive the individual aroma compounds eluted from the chromatographic column. As the separated compounds pass through the GC column, they exit at different times (retention times) and are carried to the olfactory system. Each separated compound reaches the panelist’s nose at specific moments at the Sniffing olfactory port, enabling the correlation of the chromatographic and mass spectrometry data with the perceived odor.
The Eptes sniffing port allows the identification of specific odorants or flavors present in a complex mixture, enabling the association between the chemical components and the sensory perception. By linking the chromatographic peaks with the perceived odors, analysts can identify which compounds contribute to the overall aroma or taste in food, drinks, etc. samples. The Eptes GC sniffing device can be used in many applications in research and routine labs in industries such as food, fragrance, wine, beers, etc. and more, where understanding the sensory characteristics of substances is crucial.
The Eptes olfactory port is a valuable tool for studying complex mixtures, characterizing flavors or odors, and understanding how different compounds contribute to the overall perception of a substance’s smell or taste.
