Eugenol is a spicy, clove-like aroma compound naturally present in clove oil, nutmeg, cinnamon, Myrrh, and bay leaf to name a few. It is prized in perfumery for its warm, spicy scent that adds depth and richness to fragrances. Beyond its use in fragrances, Eugenol has antiseptic and analgesic properties, making it beneficial in dental care products.
Commonly used to add warm, spicy notes to fragrances and in dental care products for its pain-relieving properties.
IUPAC Name: 2-methoxy-4-prop-2-enylphenolCAS Number: 97-53-0
Molecular Formula: C10H12O2
Molecular Weight: 164.20 g/mol
Boiling Point: 225 °C (489 °F)
Melting Point: -9.15 °C (15.5 °F)
Class: Phenol
Use/s: Scent
Synonyms
1: eugenol 2: 4-Allyl-2-methoxyphenol 3: 4-Allylguaiacol 4: Eugenic acid 5: Allylguaiacol 6: p-Eugenol 7: Caryophyllic acid 8: p-Allylguaiacol 9: 2-Methoxy-4-prop-2-enylphenol
Chemist Says
Eugenol appears as clear colorless pale yellow or amber-colored liquid. Odor of cloves. Spicy pungent taste. (NTP, 1992)
Scent: Cloves, Spicy, Pungent
Scent profile
Scent profiles are inherently subjective and can significantly differ among individuals, and may also be influenced by the conditions at the time of evaluation. The information provided here is a synthesis of data from diverse sources, including books, cross-references, artificial intelligence analyses, and chemical research sites, aiming to present a comprehensive overview. We've distilled this information to highlight the most frequently observed scent profiles for each molecule or compound, offering a generalized perspective.
1: Warm, Spicy
2: Spicy, Clove-like, Warm
3: Powerful, Warm, Spicy, Balsamic
4: Odor of cloves
Irritant