d-.alpha.-Pinene

At a glance

d‑α‑Pinene is the (+) enantiomer of α‑pinene, a monoterpene distilled from pine resin and turpentine; it gives a sharp, fresh pine, resinous‑citrus top note widely used in perfumery.

Category
⚗️ Synthetic
Origin
Pine tree (Pinus spp.) resin, especially from European and North American species
Extraction
Chemical synthesis
Chemical family
Terpene
CAS number
7785-70-8
Profile
terpenic, aromatic, minty
IFRA status
Not restricted
● drafted · last checked 2026-09-01