Cuminyl Alcohol

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CAS# 536-60-7

Manufacturer: IFF

Odor description: spicy (cumin, caraway), metallic, herbal, sweetish, with leather nuances

Commonly known as cumin alcohol, this molecule is a component not only of cumin and caraway oils but also appears in eucalyptus, angelica, and bay leaf.

Compared to the oil from the titular spice, the scent of this molecule is less complex, more metallic, and lacks the sweat-like nuances. This makes it potentially easier to use in fragrances.