Type of Compound: Terpenoid
Medical Properties:
Anti-inflammatory
Description: α-Guaiene has medium strength, sweet, earthy, woody, balsamic, peppery aroma. It is used as a flavor and fragrance agent in bakery items, cereals, and cereal products, including flours & starches from roots & tubers, pulses & legumes, and edible ices, including sherbet and sorbet.
Boiling Point (F):
Boiling Point (C): 538 ± 50
Melting Point (F): 281 ± 10
Melting Point (C):
Concentration (% of dry weight):
Relative Content (%):
Chemical Formula: C15H24
IUPAC Name: (1S,4S,7R)-1,4-dimethyl-7-prop-1-en-2-yl-1,2,3,4,5,6,7,8-octahydroazulene