Compound Monograph

Lavandulyl acetate

A branched (irregular) monoterpene ester and the acetate of lavandulol, contributing a sweet floral-herbaceous note to lavender and lavandin essential oils.

Classification

Lavandulyl acetate is one of the monoterpenes, part of the terpenoids class. The largest class of plant compounds, built from five-carbon isoprene units — the essential-oil aromatics, resins, bitter principles, saponins, and plant sterols.

Where Does It Come From? (2)

Lavandulyl acetate is one of the monoterpenes, found in Lavender and Rosemary.