Reported found in Jasmin absolute concrete, Egypt (3.65%), Jasmin absolute concrete, Egypt (7.36%), and
Jasmin absolute concrete, Italy (7.98%).
3,7,11,15-Tetramethyl-2-hexadecenyl Acetate was made commercially available a few years ago by a company in the Vitamin industry. The ester could be a supporting fixative in floral bases, artificial flower absolutes, etc. It will introduce a delicate, fresh note useful in Muguet types, Ylang, Jasmin, Tuberose, Rose and many other florals. Still, its value is at times difficult to estimate, particularly when it is used in combination with powerful odorants.
3,7,11,15-Tetramethyl-2-hexadecenyl Acetate is produced from Phytol and Acetic anhydride with a Pyridine-type catalyst.
