alpha-Farnesene

At a glance

A green, woody sesquiterpene naturally found in apple skin and hops, used to add a fresh, slightly green woody nuance to fruity accords. It is valued by perfumers for this distinctive character and used as a building block within larger fragrance compositions.

Category
⚗️ Synthetic
Origin
naturally occurring in various plants, commercially produced through synthesis
Extraction
Chemical synthesis
Chemical family
Terpene
CAS number
502-61-4
Profile
woody, green, slightly sweet
IFRA status
Not restricted
● drafted · last checked 2026-09-01