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Division: Oud Science & Technology Division
Duration: 5 Days (Lecture + Laboratory + Applied Evaluation)
Target Participants:
Agarwood oil distillers, perfumery technicians, chemists, quality control officers, researchers, and exporters seeking advanced analytical proficiency.
Every drop of Oud tells a chemical story — of nature’s defense, time, and transformation. Within its deep, mysterious aroma lies a symphony of sesquiterpenes, chromones, and rare volatiles that define purity and grade.
The Analytical Chemistry for Oud Quality Assessment Course by Oud Academia unveils the scientific truth behind this mystique. Here, ancient olfactory traditions meet modern chemistry — equipping participants with the laboratory skills, analytical techniques, and sensory science required to authenticate and grade agarwood and its distillates.
Through advanced methods such as Gas Chromatography–Mass Spectrometry (GC-MS), Fourier Transform Infrared Spectroscopy (FTIR), and High-Performance Liquid Chromatography (HPLC), students will learn how to translate fragrance into data — and data into trust.
Tagline:
“Decoding the Chemistry of Oud — Where Fragrance Meets Science.”
Course Modules
Module 1 – Chemistry of Agarwood Resin & Essential Oils
Duration: 1 Day
Topics:
- Biochemical composition of agarwood resin: sesquiterpenes, chromones, and aromatics
- Factors influencing chemical profile: species, soil, age, and induction method
- Correlation between molecular composition and fragrance notes
Outcome: Participants understand the chemical and biological origins of Oud aroma.
Module 2 – Fundamentals of Analytical Chemistry
Duration: 1 Day
Topics:
- Overview of qualitative and quantitative analysis
- Sample preparation, solvent extraction, and distillate purification
- Analytical accuracy, calibration, and reproducibility in lab settings
Outcome: Participants gain a foundation in analytical principles and laboratory best practices.
Module 3 – Advanced Instrumental Analysis
Duration: 1.5 Days
Topics:
- Gas Chromatography–Mass Spectrometry (GC-MS) for volatile profiling
- High-Performance Liquid Chromatography (HPLC) for chromone detection
- FTIR spectroscopy for structural fingerprinting
- Data interpretation, chromatogram reading, and comparative analysis
Practicum: Hands-on GC-MS and FTIR analysis of Oud oil samples
Outcome: Participants can identify, quantify, and authenticate Oud components using advanced analytical tools.
Module 4 – Sensory Evaluation & Quality Grading
Duration: 0.5 Day
Topics:
- Olfactory training: identifying top, heart, and base notes
- Grading standards for chips, oils, and distillates (ASEAN & GCC benchmarks)
- Blending profiles and quality consistency evaluation
Outcome: Participants learn the art and science of sensory-based quality assessment.
Module 5 – Authentication, Adulteration & Regulatory Standards
Duration: 1 Day
Topics:
- Chemical markers for genuine vs. synthetic Oud
- Common adulteration techniques and detection methods
- International standards and certification (ISO 4730, IFRA, CITES compliance)
- Documentation for export, labeling, and trade certification
Outcome: Participants can detect adulteration and ensure compliance with global standards.
Module 6 – Capstone Laboratory & Certification Assessment
Duration: 0.5 Day
Activities:
- Sample testing: participants analyze blind samples using GC-MS or FTIR data
- Generate a full quality assessment report (chemical + sensory)
- Peer and instructor evaluation
Outcome: Graduates demonstrate applied competency in analytical and sensory quality evaluation.
Certification
“Certified Oud Analytical Chemist (COAC)”
Issued by Oud Academia, validating professional expertise in agarwood chemistry, authentication, and international quality assessment.
Key Features
- Expert instruction from analytical chemists and perfumery scientists
- Real laboratory data interpretation and practical assessment
- Includes access to GC-MS/FTIR/Oud profiling reference libraries
- Optional internship under affiliated R&D institutions (COPI, CESI)
Learning Outcomes
By the end of the course, participants will be able to:
✅ Accurately analyze and identify Oud chemical compositions
✅ Detect adulteration and ensure product authenticity
✅ Apply ISO and IFRA standards for trade and perfumery use
✅ Conduct sensory and analytical grading of agarwood oils and resins