Terpinolene 20

IFF
Available with product grade notice
defined mixture
defined mixture
The profile refers to the specific commercial product grade. Properties of a single molecule must not be transferred to mixtures, dilutions, UVCBs or product bases.

Short profile

Olfactive family according to source: Citrus. The documented product profile combines citrusy, lime, fresh.

citrus
citrus
lime-like
fresh

Effect in a formula

Freshness giver
Top accent
Lift

Can lighten the top note and open citrus or aromatic accords; sensorially test the transition and remaining effect in the drydown. Statement refers to the specific commercial product grade; behavior of the undiluted individual molecule is not derived from this.

Use and dosage

No reliable numerical use range documented for this product grade. Low: lifts the top note. Medium: forms a clear citrus top note. High: can overshadow other top notes; check transition and lingering effect in the heart over time.

No confirmed manufacturer use level for this exact product.

Behaviour and performance

No data available.

Reported as stated by the source. Diffusion, tenacity and note impact are not combined into a single performance score.

Good areas of use

No data available.

Chemical context

CAS138-86-3 / 586-62-9 / 470-67-7 / 470-82-6
FormulaC10H16
Vapour pressure1.486473 mmHg at 23 °C (198.1801 Pa)

The Pa value is a unit conversion only, not a temperature normalisation. VP band and molecular weight are not translated into evaporation hours.

No molecule-based vapor pressure classification for this product grade: mixture, dilution, UVCB, multiple CAS numbers, or unclear scope of properties.

Source: IFF Ingredients Compendium – Terpinolene 20
Open source
Last reviewed: 2026-09-07