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Abdulsalam Al-Flahi1, Jian-kai Zou, Xue-feng Yin

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This study identified 28 flavor compounds in Ethiopian Harari Khat. The research utilized a solvent-free method for flavor extraction and analysis of Khat (Catha edulis).

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Area of Science:

  • Food Chemistry
  • Natural Product Analysis
  • Ethnobotany

Background:

  • Khat (Catha edulis) is a widely consumed stimulant plant, particularly in Ethiopia.
  • Understanding its chemical composition, especially flavor profiles, is crucial for quality assessment and potential applications.
  • Harari Khat is a prominent variety, yet its specific flavor compounds are not well-documented.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To identify and characterize the volatile flavor compounds present in Harari Khat.
  • To establish a baseline for the chemical profile of this specific Khat variety.
  • To evaluate an efficient and environmentally friendly extraction method for Khat analysis.

Main Methods:

  • Flavor compounds were extracted from Harari Khat samples using polydimethylsiloxane (PDMS) at room temperature for 30 minutes.
  • Solid-phase microextraction coupled with gas chromatography-mass spectrometry (SPME-GC-MS) was employed for compound identification.
  • The analytical method was optimized to avoid organic solvents and minimize sample requirements.

Main Results:

  • Twenty-eight distinct flavor compounds were successfully identified in Harari Khat.
  • Key identified compounds include 1,2-Propanedione, 1-Phenyl, Hexanol, Hexanal, Limonene, and Benzaldehyde.
  • The SPME method proved effective, requiring no organic solvents and minimal sample material.

Conclusions:

  • The study successfully characterized the volatile flavor profile of Harari Khat.
  • The employed SPME-GC-MS technique is a viable, green analytical approach for Khat analysis.
  • This research contributes valuable data to the understanding of Khat's chemical constituents and sensory properties.