Eugenol

At a glance

The principal aroma compound of clove oil, also found in cinnamon leaf and bay, with a warm, spicy, clove-like scent used in oriental and spicy fragrance accords.

Origin
Synthesized in laboratories; also occurs naturally in clove
Extraction
Chemical synthesis
Chemical family
Phenol
Profile
Warm, spicy, clove-like scent
IFRA status
Restricted, sensitization limits under IFRA standards
Cost tier
Low
● drafted · last checked 2026-08-23