3,4,5,6,6-Pentamethylheptan-2-ol has an exquisite floral woody odor with dry, amber, vetiver, raisin nuances. Synthesis
starts from 2-methyl-2-butene(isoamylene), which is dimerized, and the product
acetylated to give the corresponding pentamethylhepten-2-ones.
3,4,5,6,6-Pentamethylheptan-2-ol is obtained by subsequent hydrogenation along
with some isomers.
The material is used in perfume compositions, for example, for detergents.
3,4,5,6,6-Pentamethyl-2-heptanol is a branched chain saturated alcohol that is used as a fragrance ingredient in cosmetic formulations.
