Methyl cyclopentylideneacetate

At a glance

A synthetic acetate ester produced in the lab; it offers a bright, fruity‑green aroma reminiscent of apple and pineapple, used to add fresh fruit notes in modern perfumery.

Category
⚗️ Synthetic
Origin
laboratory production
Extraction
Chemical synthesis
Chemical family
Acetate ester
CAS number
40203-73-4
Profile
fruity, floral, slightly sweet
IFRA status
Not restricted
● drafted · last checked 2026-09-01