Megastigmatrienone, also known as Norisoprenoids, is a compound contributing to the aroma of various natural products. It is found in grapefruit, wines, and certain aromatic oils.
Used in perfumery to impart a fresh, fruity, and complex aroma reminiscent of grapefruit and wine nuances. It enhances the fragrance profile of perfumes by adding depth and richness.
IUPAC Name: 4-[(1E)-buta-1,3-dienyl]-3,5,5-trimethylcyclohex-2-en-1-oneCAS Number: 5896-02-6
Molecular Formula: C13H18O
Molecular Weight: 190.28 g/mol
Class: Ketone
Use/s: Scent
Synonyms
1: Megastigmatrienone 2: 4-[(1E)-buta-1,3-dienyl]-3,5,5-trimethylcyclohex-2-en-1-one 3: 4-(1,3-Butadienyl)-3,5,5-trimethylcyclohex-2-en-1-one 4: EINECS 227-587-8 5: CHEBI:88770 6: NS00114050 7: 4-[(1E)-1,3-Butadienyl]-3,5,5-trimethyl-2-cyclohexen-1-one # 8: (4z)-4-((e)-but-2-enylidene)-3,5,5-trimethylcyclohex- 2-en-1-one
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: Fruity, Woody, Dry, Tobacco, plum
2: Woody, Tobacco, Resinous, Slightly Fruity
3: Warm, Dry, Sweet, Tobacco-like, Fruity-Plum, Acorn
4: Warm, sweet, and dry scent profile with distinct tobacco-like nuances.