p-Cymene

At a glance

p-Cymene is a natural or synthetic fragrance ingredient used in perfumery for its fresh and citrusy notes, often found in combination with other terpenes to create citrus or herbal accords

Category
⚗️ Synthetic
Origin
derived from citrus peels or synthesized from alpha-pinene
Extraction
Chemical synthesis
Chemical family
Terpene
CAS number
99-87-6
Profile
fresh, citrusy, herbal
IFRA status
Not restricted
● drafted · last checked 2026-09-01