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.
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.
