Carvone

Carvone is a naturally occurring compound found in several essential oils, most notably in spearmint and caraway. It is responsible for the distinct fresh, minty aroma of spearmint oil and has a slightly sweet and herbal scent profile. Carvone adds a refreshing note to fragrances, often used to create a clean, invigorating olfactory experience.

In perfumery, Carvone is valued for its ability to impart freshness and vitality, often used in colognes, fresh, and herbal fragrance compositions.

IUPAC Name: 2-methyl-5-prop-1-en-2-ylcyclohex-2-en-1-one
CAS Number: 99-49-0
Molecular Formula: C₁₀H₁₄O
Molecular Weight: 150.22 g/mol
Boiling Point: 230-231 °C
Melting Point: 25.2 °C (77.36 °F)
Class: Ketone
Use/s: Scent
Synonyms
1: CARVONE 2: 2-methyl-5-(prop-1-en-2-yl)cyclohex-2-enone 3: Karvon 4: dl-Carvone 5: 1-Carvone 6: p-Mentha-6,8-dien-2-one 7: 2-Methyl-5-isopropenyl-2-cyclohexenone 8: Carvol 9: Carvone (natural)
Chemist Says
Colorless or pale yellowish liquid; [Hawley] White powder;
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: Cool, Minty, Fresh, Sweet, Spicy, Woody
2: Minty, Spicy, Caraway