Fenchone

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Fenchone[1]
IUPAC name	1,3,3-Trimethylbicyclo[2.2.1]heptan-2-one
Other names	1,3,3-Trimethyl-2-norcamphanone
Identifiers
CAS number	D: [4695-62-9] L: [7787-20-4]
SMILES	CC1(C2)CCC2C(C)(C)C1=O
Properties
Molecular formula	C10H16O
Molar mass	152.23 g/mol
Density	0.948 g/cm3
Melting point	6.1 °C
Boiling point	193.5 °C
Except where noted otherwise, data are given for materials in their standard state (at 25 °C, 100 kPa) Infobox disclaimer and references

Fenchone is a natural organic compound classified as a monoterpene and a ketone. It is a colorless oily liquid. It has a structure and an odor similar to camphor.

Fenchone is a constituent of absinthe and the essential oil of fennel.

Fenchone is used as a flavor in foods and in perfumery.

[edit] References

1. ^ Merck Index, 11th Edition, 3911.