CAS: 22457-23-4
Stemone (CAS: 22457-23-4) is an organic compound with the molecular formula C13H20O and a molecular weight of 192.3 g/mol. It typically appears as a clear colorless to pale yellow liquid. It is highly valued in the flavor and fragrance industry for its unique and potent odor profile, which is often described as floral, green, earthy, fruity, jasmin, mushroom, and tropical. Its flavor profile includes jasminic, mushroom, fruity, and tropical notes.
Stemone is primarily used as a key ingredient in fragrance compositions and flavor formulations due to its distinctive aromatic and taste characteristics.
In perfumery, Stemone is widely employed to create or enhance floral, green, tropical, jasmin, and osmanthus accords in various products such as fine fragrances, cosmetics, soaps, detergents, and air fresheners. In the flavor industry, it is utilized to impart specific jasminic, mushroom, fruity, or tropical notes to food and beverage products.
Stemone is classified as causing skin irritation (Category 2), serious eye irritation (Category 2), and may cause an allergic skin reaction (Category 1). It is also toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects (Category Chronic 2). Precautionary measures include avoiding breathing mist/vapors, washing thoroughly after handling, preventing release to the environment, and wearing protective gloves/eye protection/face protection. Contaminated work clothing should not be allowed out of the workplace. For storage, it should be kept in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place with the container tightly closed.
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