alpha-Terpineol acetate

At a glance

Synthetic alpha‑terpineol acetate is a monoterpene ester with a sweet, lilac‑like floral scent, imparting fresh, citrusy nuance in perfumery. It is valued by perfumers for this distinctive character and used as a building block within larger fragrance compositions.

Category
⚗️ Synthetic
Origin
synthetic production
Extraction
Chemical synthesis
Chemical family
Ester
CAS number
80-26-2
Profile
floral, woody, fresh
IFRA status
Not restricted
● drafted · last checked 2026-09-01