Pinocamphone

At a glance

A camphoraceous, minty compound related to hyssop oil chemistry, giving a sharp, herbal-camphor character. 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.

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