Aroma ChemicalAnimalicMiddle note
3-Methyl Valeric Acid.
Presents a distinctly animalic, sharp acidic character with cheesy and sweaty facets that reveal green and fruity nuances upon dilution.
CAS Registry
105-43-1
Odor Strength
Medium
Pyramid
Middle
IFRA Status
Unrestricted
Cat 4 · Fine fragranceFrom the literature
TGSC, suppliers, and others, quoted as filed.
Mosciano, Gerard P&F 16, No. 2, 49, (1991)“Animalic, sharp acidic cheesey, green with a fruity sweaty nuance”
Luebke, William tgsc, (1989)“Animal sharp acidic cheesy green fruity sweaty”