Aroma Chemicals
Formic acid has a sharp, acidic, pungent odor, similar to vinegar, but much stronger.
Odor Strength
High ,Recommend Smelling In A 0.10 % Solution Or Less
Odor Type
Green
No functional profile data available.
No formula context data available.
Mosciano, Gerard P&F 23, No. 4, 33, (1998): Sharp, penetrating, acetic, fruity with a fermented nuance
Luebke, William tgsc, (1982): Pungent vinegar formyl