Sulfur-Containing Volatile Organic Compounds In Cannabis

What is this patent about?

’757 is related to the field of flavor and fragrance compositions, particularly those designed to replicate or enhance the "gassy" aroma associated with certain strains of *Cannabis*. The background acknowledges the increasing interest in the unique scent profiles of *Cannabis* beyond just THC and CBD content, highlighting the difficulty in replicating the complex aroma, especially the sought-after "gassy" characteristic.

The underlying idea behind ’757 is that specific organosulfur compounds , when combined with common terpenes, can effectively mimic or augment the gassy aroma found in certain *Cannabis* strains. The inventors identified that compounds like prenyl mercaptan and prenyl thioacetate, often overlooked in favor of terpenes, play a crucial role in creating this distinctive scent.

The claims of ’757 focus on a composition that includes at least one organosulfur compound selected from a specific list (prenyl mercaptan, 2-methylthiophene, 3-methylthiophene, diprenyl disulfide, 3-methyl-2-buten-1-yl thiolacetate, 3-methyl-1-[(3-methyl-2-buten-1-yl)sulfanyl]-2-butene, prenylmethylthiol, prenyl thioacetate, thiogeraniol, or a combination thereof) and at least one primary terpene compound selected from another specific list (myrcene, β-caryophyllene, limonene, α-pinene, β-pinene, valencene, ocimene, terpinolene, or a combination thereof). The composition is further defined by its intended use, being an edible, aerosol, flavor, fragrance, or inhalable product.

In practice, the invention involves carefully blending the identified organosulfur compounds with the specified terpenes to achieve the desired gassy aroma. The concentration of the organosulfur compounds is relatively low compared to the terpenes, but their impact on the overall scent profile is significant. The composition can then be incorporated into various products, such as foods, beverages, vape liquids, or perfumes, to impart or enhance the gassy characteristic.

The differentiation from prior approaches lies in the recognition and utilization of specific organosulfur compounds as key contributors to the gassy aroma. Previous attempts to replicate the scent of *Cannabis* focused primarily on terpenes, often falling short of capturing the full complexity. By incorporating these sulfur-containing molecules , the invention provides a more accurate and potent method for creating or enhancing the desired gassy aroma in a variety of applications.