Ocimene is a synthetic aroma chemical known for its fresh, green, and slightly sweet character, often reminiscent of citrus and herbs. It is commonly used in perfumery to impart a bright and uplifting note, making it a popular choice in both floral and fruity compositions. Ocimene typically sits in the top to middle notes of a fragrance, contributing to the overall freshness and complexity of the scent. In formulations, it can enhance the perception of other ingredients, particularly in citrus and green accords. While Ocimene is generally considered safe for use in cosmetics and fragrances, it is important for formulators to be aware of any potential regulatory considerations, including IFRA guidelines, as well as its allergenic potential. As with many synthetic aroma chemicals, it is advisable to use Ocimene within established safety limits to ensure consumer safety and compliance with industry standards. — AI-generated summary, 2026-09-02.
A light, warm-herbal terpene with a fresh green-floral character reminiscent of crushed leaves and lavender stems. Slightly citrusy and sweetly aromatic, it lends an airy, natural lift without sharpness.AI · claude-opus-4-7
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Other ingredients whose composition declares this material as a constituent. The percentage shown is the supplier-declared concentration in that parent.
| Ingredient | % | Range |
|---|---|---|
| GARDENIA J. ELLIS | — | 0.1–1% |
| CISTUS OIL (ROCK ROSE) | 0.35% | — |
| BUSH BOUQUET OIL | — | …–0.1% |
| TIMUT PEPPER OIL | 0.1% | — |
| GALBANUM RESINOID | — | — |
Perfume and Flavor Chemicals, page 1038.
Colorless or very pale straw-colored mobile liquid.
Insoluble in water, soluble in alcohol and oils, poorly soluble in diluted alcohol, almost insoluble in propylene glycol.
Warm-herbaceous, very diffusive odor of poor tenacity. The sweetness is almost floral, and there is an immediate similarity to Neroli oil in the odor of pure Ocimene.
Pure Ocimene finds use in numerous artificial essential oils, Bergamot, Lavandin, Neroli, Orange, Basil, etc., but it is also an interesting material for new and powerful topnote effect in Citrus colognes, Lavender fougères, etc.
1) by thermal rearrangement of Pinene (type of pyrolysis). 2) Ocimene can also be prepared from Linalool.