Chemical Properties
Colorless solid; sweet woody aroma.
Chemical Properties
Vetiveryl Acetate is not a single compound;
its main component is khusimyl acetate.
Vetiveryl acetate is prepared by esterification of the sesquiterpene alcohols isolated
from vetiver oils.
Vetiveryl acetate is a light yellow liquid with a dry, fresh, woody odor. It is a
popular fragrance mixture that is frequently used in luxury perfumery; it is also
used as a fixative in many fine fragrances.
Uses
Vetiveryl Acetate is a useful chemical reagent used mainly by flavors and fragrances industry. It is produced from Vetiver Oil.
Definition
ChEBI: Vetiveryl acetate is a sesquiterpenoid.
Aroma threshold values
Medium strength odor, woody type.
