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Patchouli Alcohol(Cat No.:R025549)is a tricyclic sesquiterpene and the main component of patchouli oil, extracted from the leaves of Pogostemon cablin. Known for its distinctive earthy aroma, it is widely used in the fragrance industry as a base note in perfumes and in aromatherapy for its grounding properties. Patchouli alcohol exhibits anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and antimicrobial effects, making it valuable in skincare and traditional medicine. Studies also indicate its potential as an anti-cancer and neuroprotective agent. Its versatility in wellness, cosmetics, and therapeutic applications underscores its broad appeal.
Catalog Number | R025549 |
CAS Number | 5986-55-0 |
Synonyms | [1R-(1α,4β,4aα,6β,8aα)]-Octahydro-4,8a,9,9-tetramethyl-1,6-methanonaphthalen-1(2H)-ol; 3,4,4aβ,5,6β,7,8,8a-Octahydro-4α,8aβ,9,9-tetramethyl-1,6-methanonaphthalen-1β(2H)-ol; Patchouli Alcohol; (-)-Patchouli Alcohol; (-)-Patchoulol; Patchoulol |
Molecular Formula | C15H26O |
Purity | ≥95% |
Target | Bacterial |
Storage | -20°C |
IUPAC Name | (1R,3R,6S,7S,8S)-2,2,6,8-tetramethyltricyclo[5.3.1.03,8]undecan-3-ol |
InChI | InChI=1S/C15H26O/c1-10-5-8-15(16)13(2,3)11-6-7-14(15,4)12(10)9-11/h10-12,16H,5-9H2,1-4H3/t10-,11+,12-,14-,15+/m0/s1 |
InChIKey | GGHMUJBZYLPWFD-CUZKYEQNSA-N |
SMILES | C[C@H]1CC[C@@]2([C@@]3([C@H]1C[C@H](C2(C)C)CC3)C)O |