Bornyl Acetate

Bornyl Acetate is an ester of borneol and acetic acid, known for its fresh, piney, and slightly camphoraceous aroma. It is commonly found in coniferous trees and is used to impart a clean, invigorating forest scent to fragrances.

Used in perfumery to add a crisp, green, forest-like note. Ideal for creating outdoor, fresh fragrances, and in products aiming for a natural, woodsy appeal.

IUPAC Name: [(1S,2R,4S)-1,7,7-trimethyl-2-bicyclo[2.2.1]heptanyl] acetate
CAS Number: 5655-61-8
Molecular Formula: C₁₂H₂₀O₂
Molecular Weight: 196.29 g/mol
Class: Ester
Use/s: Scent
Synonyms
1: (-)-Bornyl acetate 2: BORNYL ACETATE 3: L-bornyl acetate 4: 76-49-3 5: (-)-Borneol acetate 6: Levo-bornyl acetate 7: L-Born-2-yl acetate 8: Bornyl acetate [USAN]
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: Fresh, Piney, Camphoraceous
2: Piney, Woody, Fresh
3: Fresh, piney, with a slightly camphoraceous and fruity character