L-Carvone
At a glance
L-Carvone is a naturally occurring monoterpene ketone used in perfumery for its fresh, minty, and herbal properties, often found in spearmint and caraway seed oils
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Category⚗️ Synthetic
Originnaturally occurring in spearmint and caraway seeds
ExtractionChemical synthesis
Chemical familyKetone
CAS number6485-40-1
Structure
Profileminty, fresh, herbal
IFRA statusRestricted, concentration limits under IFRA standards (listed as "Carvone", CAS 6485-40-1)
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