Production of 2-methyl-5-isopropylhexa-2,5-dien-1-al and of 2-methyl-5-isopropyl-hexa-2,4-dien-1-al in microorganisms.

摘要

Microorganisms are employed in the production of 2-methyl-5-isopropyl-hexa-2,5-dien-1-al or 2-methyl-5-isopropyl-hexa-2,4-dien-1-al from alpha -pinene or its epoxide. The aldehyde products some of which are novel are of utility in perfume formulations for example in detergent powders and soaps. Microorganisms belonging to the species Pseudomonas fluorescens, and in particular Pseudomonas fluorescens NCIMB 11671 are preferred for effecting the transformations.