Preparation
Pseudo-ionone can be prepared from citric acid and acetone. The product with lower purity can be obtained by treating with lemongrass and acetone, bleaching powder, cobalt nitrate and ethanol.
Chemical Properties
Pale-yellow liquid.Soluble in alcohol and
ether. Combustible.
Chemical Properties
Yellow.to.dark.clear.oily.liquid;.sweet,waxy,citrus,floral,balsamic,.dry,dusty,powdery,spicy.aroma.
Occurrence
Not.reported.found.in.nature.
Uses
Perfumery, cosmetics.
Definition
ChEBI: A terpene ketone derived from ring cleavage of the apo carotenoid beta-ionone.
Aroma threshold values
Medium.strength.odor,.balsamic.type.