Chemical Properties
MYRAC ALDEHYDE is prepared, together with its 3-isomer, by a Diels–Alder
reaction ofmyrcene and acrolein.Themixture, d20
4 0.927–0.935, n20
D 1.488–1.492,
has a fresh, fruity, slightly citrus-like odor and is used to perfume household products.
Occurrence
Has apparently not been reported to occur in nature
Definition
ChEBI: 4-(4-Methyl-3-pentenyl)-3-cyclohexene-1-carboxaldehyde is a monoterpenoid.
Preparation
From myrcene and acrolein (Arctander, 1969).
Hazard
Low toxicity by ingestion. A moderate skin
and mild eye irritant.
Trade name
Myrac aldehyde (IFF), Myraldene (Givaudan), Myracal (DRT).
