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Beta Ocimene

Beta-ocimene is an acyclic monoterpene with a sweet, herbaceous, lightly tropical aroma. Plants from mint and basil to orchids and mango produce it, often as part of their natural pest defense, and it adds an airy sweetness to fruity and floral profiles.

Sweet Floral Citrus

Beta Ocimene, a monoterpene, is an uncommon terpene that's often found in lower concentrations of terpene profiles, though it can be found in larger amounts in strains like Dutch Treat, Green Crack, and Clementine. Known for it's sweet, herbal, and floral aromas, Ocimene is a commonly used terpene in the flavor and fragrance industry.

Found in several botanical sources, such as parsley, mangos, kumquats, and holy rope, researchers believe that Beta Ocimene plays a crucial role in the defense mechanisms of these plants, warding off insects and other pests.

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Beta Ocimene
Chemical Structure
At a glance
herbalsweetcitrusfloralgreenterpenic
CAS number
13877-91-3
Formula
C10H16
Molecular weight
136.23 g/mol
Boiling point
~177 °C
Flash point
~49 °C
FEMA number
3539
PubChem
CID 18756

commercial ocimene is a cis/trans mixture; trans-β-ocimene is 3779-61-1

Common questions

What does beta-ocimene smell like?

Sweet and herbaceous with a floral, faintly tropical lift. It is lighter and airier than myrcene.

Where is beta-ocimene found in nature?

Mint, parsley, basil, orchids, mango, and kumquat all produce it. Researchers believe it helps plants deter pests.

Related terpenes

Myrcene · herbal, woody, citrus Terpinolene · woody, sweet, citrus
Smell it at the source

This terpene occurs naturally in these botanical oils, available from our sister store, The Essential Oil Company.

Indian Basil essential oil Indian Basil Spearmint essential oil Spearmint
References: PubChem CID 18756 · FEMA flavor ingredient #3539

Products with Beta Ocimene listed as a primary terpene:

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