delta-3-Carene

At a glance

Delta‑3‑Carene is a bicyclic monoterpene from pine and turpentine oils, imparting a sweet, piney‑herbaceous scent with citrus nuances; used as a top‑note and green modifier in perfumery.

Category
⚗️ Synthetic
Origin
Pine trees (Pinus spp.) and turpentine oil, also rosemary
Extraction
Chemical synthesis
Chemical family
Terpene
CAS number
13466-78-9
IFRA status
Not restricted
● drafted · last checked 2026-09-09