Alpha Damascone

α-Damascone has a pleasant fruity floral odor that belongs to a family of chemicals known as rose ketones, which also include damascenones and ionones. It is derived from the degradation of carotenoids, which are pigments that give color to fruits, flowers, and vegetables. It has a diffusive fruity-floral odor that contains rose petals, green apples, and plum notes. It is a valuable constituent in rose perfumes and flavors, and it is used at up to 1.0% in fragrances