d-.alpha.-Terpineol

At a glance

d‑α‑Terpineol is a monoterpene alcohol obtained by steam‑distilling pine, cypress or citrus peel oils and also made synthetically from limonene; it offers a sweet, lilac‑like, citrus‑herbaceous aroma used in fine fragrances.

Category
⚗️ Synthetic
Origin
Pine oil, cypress, citrus peel (steam distillation) and synthetic hydration of limonene
Extraction
Chemical synthesis
Chemical family
Alcohol
CAS number
7785-53-7
IFRA status
Not restricted
● drafted · last checked 2026-09-01