cis-alpha-Santalol

At a glance

cis-alpha-Santalol is a sesquiterpene alcohol used in perfumery for its rich, woody, and slightly sweet scent, often found in sandalwood essential oil

Category
⚗️ Synthetic
Origin
sandalwood oil, primarily from Santalum album
Extraction
Chemical synthesis
Chemical family
Alcohol
CAS number
115-71-9
Profile
woody, creamy, slightly sweet
IFRA status
Not restricted
● drafted · last checked 2026-09-01