Characterization of Odorants in Adhesives

摘要

Odors play an important role in our everyday lives. We frequently encounter naturally occurring odors, such as the smell of flowers or wood, but odors of manmade origins are increasing abundant in our environment. Many such odors are perceived as being unpleasant, such as the smell of adhesives. Unpleasant odors in products can not only strongly influence the purchasing decision of consumers, but can also significantly affect indoor air quality due to their predominant use indoors.