Pyroligneous acid extract

At a glance

Pyroligneous acid extract, also known as pyroligneous acid or wood vinegar, is a liquid substance derived from the distillation of wood, used in perfumery for its smoky and woody notes

Category
⚗️ Synthetic
Origin
wood distillation
Extraction
Chemical synthesis
Chemical family
Acid
CAS number
8028-47-5
Profile
smoky, woody, earthy
IFRA status
Not restricted
● drafted · last checked 2026-09-01