alpha-Ionone

Alpha-Ionone is known for its floral, woody, and slightly sweet aroma, reminiscent of violet flowers. It is a significant component in the fragrance of violets and other flowers.

Widely used in perfumery to create floral and woody scents. It is a key ingredient for violet and orris fragrances, adding depth and complexity.

IUPAC Name: (E)-4-(2,6,6-trimethylcyclohex-2-en-1-yl)but-3-en-2-one
CAS Number: 127-41-3
Molecular Formula: C₁₃H₂₀O
Molecular Weight: 192.30 g/mol
Boiling Point: 258 °C (496.4 °F at 760 mm Hg)
Class: Ketone
Use/s: Scent
Synonyms
1: ALPHA-IONONE 2: (E)-alpha-Ionone 3: Iraldeine 4: 4-(2,6,6-trimethylcyclohex-2-en-1-yl)but-3-en-2-one 5: a-ionone 6: alpha-Ionon 7: (E)-4-(2,6,6-trimethylcyclohex-2-en-1-yl)but-3-en-2-one
Chemist Says
Liquid; Dry Powder, Liquid
Scent: Warm, Woody, Violet-Floral
Scent profile
Scent profiles are inherently subjective and can significantly differ among individuals, and may also be influenced by the conditions at the time of evaluation. The information provided here is a synthesis of data from diverse sources, including books, cross-references, artificial intelligence analyses, and chemical research sites, aiming to present a comprehensive overview. We've distilled this information to highlight the most frequently observed scent profiles for each molecule or compound, offering a generalized perspective.

1: Floral, Warm, Woody
2: Violet, Woody, Floral, Warm
3: Soft Warm, Orris Violet Like, Sweet
4: It has a warm, woody, floral odor with balsamic and sweet tones and is strongly reminiscent of violet flowers.
5: Sweet, floral, with an iris and woody undertone