l-Octen-3-yl acetate has a characteristic odor reminiscent of lavender
and lavandin. May be prepared by acetylation of amyl vinyl
carbinol.
1-Octen-3-yl acetate has a characteristic odor reminiscent of lavender and lavandin and/or a metallic, mushroom-like
odor.
Reported found in melon, cornmint oil, spearmint oil, Scotch spearmint oil and other Mentha oils, certain
types of Thymus, other varieties of mushrooms and anise hyssop.
GB 2760m1996 specifies 1-Octen-3-yl acetate as a permitted edible flavoring. It is mainly used to formulate flavorings for mushrooms, etc.
ChEBI: 1-Octen-3-yl acetate is a carboxylic ester.
By acetylation of amyl vinyl carbinol.
Taste characteristics at 10 ppm: green, earthy, waxy dairy-like, with unripe fruity nuances.
Moderately toxic by ingestion.Slightly toxic by skin contact. When heated todecomposition it emits acrid smoke and irritating vapors.