Beta-Bourbonene is a sesquiterpene with a rich, woody aroma. It is a component of many essential oils, including cedarwood and juniper, contributing to their distinctive scents.
Utilized in perfumery to enhance woody and forest-like notes, adding depth and a natural feeling to fragrances.
IUPAC Name: (1S,2R,6S,7R,8S)-1-methyl-5-methylidene-8-propan-2-yltricyclo[5.3.0.02,6]decaneCAS Number: 5208-59-3
Molecular Formula: C15H24
Molecular Weight: 204.35 g/mol
Boiling Point: 121.00 °C @ 11.00 mm Hg
Class: Monoterpene
Use/s: Scent
Synonyms
1: beta-Bourbonene 2: (-)-beta-Bourbonene 3: KIZ51R7NTL 4: (-)-.beta.-Bourbonene 5: b-bourbonene 6: .beta.-Bourbonene 7: (1S,2R,6S,7R,8S)-1-methyl-5-methylidene-8-propan-2-yltricyclo[5.3.0.02,6]decane 8: (1S,3aS,3bR,6aS,6bR)-1-Isopropyl-3a-methyl-6-methylenedecahydrocyclobuta[1,2:3,4]di[5]annulene 9: UNII-KIZ51R7NTL
Chemist Says
Colourless to yellow oily liquid; Woody aroma
Scent: Woody
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: Rich, Woody
2: Woody, Spicy, Herbal
3: Woody, with a cedarwood and slightly sweet character