A colorless liquid ester with a sweet floral odor, commonly used as a fragrance component. It is formed from benzyl alcohol and phenylacetic acid and is valued for its stability and fixative properties in perfumery.
A high-boiling, colorless liquid with a woody, violet-like odor, beta-ionone is a key fragrance and flavor compound. It is derived from carotenoids and is a precursor in the synthesis of vitamin A.
An essential oil derived from steam distillation of black pepper (Piper nigrum). It has a sharp, spicy aroma and is rich in monoterpenes and sesquiterpenes.