Benzene, 1,3,5-trimethyl-
At a glance
Mesitylene (1,3,5‑trimethylbenzene) is a petroleum‑derived aromatic hydrocarbon used in perfumery for its sweet, mildly floral, aromatic note, adding bright, high‑impact accents to accords.
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