Floral, Orris, Fruity, Berry, Woody. Beta Ionone has a particularly intense freesia character. The volume of Beta Ionone is emphasized by a fruity, somewhat raspberry-like background.
Scent Properties
TierHeartFamilyFloralStrengthMediumSubstantivity112 hours at 100%Avg. price€0.04/g
Chemical Properties
IUPAC(E)-4-(2,6,6-trimethylcyclohexen-1-yl)but-3-en-2-oneMol. weight192.3 g/molSMILESCC1=C(C(CCC1)(C)C)C=CC(=O)CAppearancePale yellow clear liquid (est)Boiling pt.126 to 128 °C. @ 12 mm HgFlash pt.> 200 °F. TCC ( > 93.33 °C. )Sp. gravity0.939 to 0.947 @ 25 °C.Refr. index1.517 to 1.522 @ 20 °C.Shelf life24 months if stored properlyStorageRefrigerate in tightly sealed containers.