Compounds · Ketones · Fatty acid derivatives
cis-Jasmone
Also known as (Z)-Jasmone — an analysis may use any of these names
Warm jasmine, with a hint of celery and a fatty note. This is the part that makes jasmine sound alive rather than merely sweet.
- CAS
- 488-10-8
- Formula
- C11H16O
- Molar mass
- 164.25
- Odour threshold
- —
- Boiling point
- ≈ 248 °C at atmospheric pressure
Volatility
150 °C290 °C
Where it comes from
Biosynthetic pathway: Fatty acid derivatives — enzymes cut fat chains into fragments you can smell.
Why it sits where it does
A five-membered ring ketone with an unsaturated side chain. Heavy enough to stay into the late part of a smelling strip.
Where else you meet it
Jasmine, orange blossom, and some premium green teas.