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Norpatchoulenol

Norpatchoulenol

Nor-sesquiterpene alcohol · C₁₄H₂₂O

Chemical structure of Norpatchoulenol
2D structure PubChem / NCI CIR

Chemical info

CAS number CAS
41429-52-1
Molecular formula
C₁₄H₂₂O
Molecular weight
206.33 g/mol
Origin
Natural
Odor family
Woody
Note
Base
Aroma
Characteristic patchouli, earthy and woody, very powerful despite small amounts.

History

Norpatchoulenol is a minor constituent of patchouli oil, yet it is considered one of the compounds that give patchouli its characteristic smell. It shows how a small constituent can define odor identity.

In perfumery

Norpatchoulenol is not widely sold as a separate material; its value lies in understanding and assessing patchouli oil.

Connections

Evokespatchouli
Found in naturePatchouli (Pogostemon cablin)

Regulatory status

Natural constituent · No IFRA standard
IFRA 51
No dedicated IFRA Standard in the 51st Amendment index.
EU allergen 2023/1545
The molecule is not named individually; patchouli oil is on the added allergen list.

Sources

  1. Wikidata Q4864634 (CAS 41429-52-1, formula; data mirrored from PubChem)
  2. Sell C.S. (ed.) The Chemistry of Fragrances: From Perfumer to Consumer, 2nd ed., Royal Society of Chemistry 2006
  3. The Good Scents Company Information System, material entries