Stereoselective preparation of gamma-lactones
US7863023B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Nov 2, 2005 |
| Grant date | Jan 4, 2011 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 6, 2028 |
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- Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
- CPC primaryC12P17/04
- WIPO fieldOrganic fine chemistry
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
Method for stereoselectively preparing a (R) or (S) gamma-lactone consists in microbially biosynthesizing gamma-lactone, wherein the biosynthesis is carried out from a substrate selected from C5 to C20 fatty acids with the aid of a strain selected from those enabling a stereoselective hydroxylation in C4 of the substrate, in particular Aspergollus sp or Mortierella sp. The biosynthesis of the gamma-lactone and the use thereof in perfumery and for food flavouring agents are also disclosed.
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