What Is Old Books Smell Like and Why Are We Addicted to It? - BookScouter Blog
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Mar 29, 2024
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The signature 'old book smell' is more than just a single note; it’s a complex chemical perfume created by aging paper. The primary source is the degradation of lignin, a polymer in the wood-based pages that provides structural integrity. As lignin breaks down, it releases a variety of volatile organic compounds (VOCs). The most famous of these is vanillin, which imparts the familiar soft vanilla aroma. However, the full fragrance 'bouquet' also includes benzaldehyde, which adds an almond-like c
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