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Short Stuff: Artificial Banana Flavor

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The Curious Origins of Artificial Banana Flavoring

This chapter explores the intriguing history of artificial banana flavoring, spotlighting its origins in 1912 New Jersey. It examines the chemical amyl acetate and how marketing influenced public perception of banana essence over the years.

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