Compound Q&A
What are the main uses of Patchouli alcohol (CAS: 5986-55-0)?
Answer
Patchouli alcohol is predominantly used in the fragrance industry as a fixative to enhance the longevity of perfumes. It also serves as a flavoring agent in food products, particularly in tobacco and herbal extracts. In pharmaceuticals, it is incorporated into topical treatments for its antimicrobial properties. Additionally, it is utilized in research for studying its potential therapeutic effects and in industrial applications as a solvent or stabilizer. Patchouli alcohol CAS 5986-55-0 is essential in natural and synthetic fragrance formulations.
About
CAS No
5986-55-0
English Name
Patchouli alcohol
Molecular Formula
C15H26O
Molecular Weight
222.37199999999996 g/mol
SMILES
O[C@@]1(C2(C)C)CC[C@H](C)[C@]3([H])C[C@@]2([H])CC[C@]13C
InChIKey
GGHMUJBZYLPWFD-CUZKYEQNSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-08-25 01:07
