Longifolene

At a glance

A woody sesquiterpene found in pine oils, giving a dry, resinous woody character used as a base note in wood It is used by perfumers as one of many aroma-chemical building blocks that combine to form a fragrance's overall accord, rather than being worn as a scent on its own.

Category
⚗️ Synthetic
Origin
derived from turpentine or pine trees
Extraction
Chemical synthesis
Chemical family
Terpene
CAS number
475-20-7
Profile
woody, earthy, slightly spicy
IFRA status
Restricted, concentration limits under IFRA standards (listed as "Longifolene", CAS 475-20-7)
● drafted · last checked 2026-08-26