Rahul Sharma (Editor)

Lavandulol

Updated on
Edit
Like
Comment
Share on FacebookTweet on TwitterShare on LinkedInShare on Reddit
Boiling point
  
203 °C

Appearance
  
Clear colorless liquid

Lavandulol httpsuploadwikimediaorgwikipediacommonsbb

Lavandulol is a monoterpene alcohol found in a variety of essential oils such as lavender oil. It can exist as either of two enantiomers. The (R)-enantiomer is natural and has an aroma described as "weak floral, herbal odor with slightly lemon-like, fresh citrus fruity nuance"; the (S)-enantiomer has only a weak odor.

Lavandulol and its esters are used in the perfume industry and have been identified as insect pheromones.

References

Lavandulol Wikipedia