Compounds
Myrcene
In mastic, frankincense and hops. Oxidises quickly; old resin oils lose it first.
| Role | monoterpene |
|---|---|
| Formula | C10H16 |
| Molecular weight | 136.23 g/mol |
| IUPAC name | 7-methyl-3-methylideneocta-1,6-diene |
| XLogP | 4.3 |
| PubChem CID | 31253 |
| Safety | No notable concern. |
Scent facets
- Green, resinous, slightly musty-herbal.
Found in
Also called
- MYRCENE
- 123-35-3
- beta-Myrcene
- 7-Methyl-3-methylene-1,6-octadiene
- 1,6-Octadiene, 7-methyl-3-methylene-
- 7-methyl-3-methylideneocta-1,6-diene