(+)-(R)-2,5,6-trimethyl-2-heptanol - odor typical of white flowers, reminiscent of linalool, with a slight connotation of terpineol, and a lilac and fruity note Odor threshold = Not Available Ref: Wolfgang Giersch; United States Patent 6,022,531, February 8, 2000

(-)-(S)-2,5,6-trimethyl-2-heptanol -more floral and citrus-like, showing a note reminiscent of dimethyloctanol, a soapy and a slight aldehyde connotation Odor threshold = Not Available Ref: Wolfgang Giersch; United States Patent 6,022,531, February 8, 2000

Ionones, Irones, Damascones & Structurally Related Odorants

Acyclics (Alcohols, Esters, Acids, Aldehydes)

Lactones

Sesquiterpenoid Related Odorants