Rowanberry
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Rowanberry is the fruit of the mountain ash tree, noted for its tart flavor and bright color.
- Type
- Accord
- Olfactive family
- Fruity
- Subfamily
- Berry notes
- Cluster
- Berry notes
- Source
- fruit
- Chemical class
- complex natural (expressed oil)
Scent
The Full Story
Did You Know?
Rowanberries are used in perfumery and have also been traditionally used in making jellies and wines due to their tart flavor.
Extraction & Chemistry
Extraction method
N/A — fantasy note. Rowanberry (Sorbus aucuparia) fruit is not commercially extracted for perfumery.
- Formula
- Complex mixture; key compounds: sorbic acid (C₆H₈O₂), parasorbic acid (C₆H₈O₂)
- CAS
- 84776-90-9
- Botanical
- Sorbus aucuparia
- Appearance
- pale yellow to amber liquid
- Odour strength
- Medium
- Synonyms
- MOUNTAIN ASH SORBUS
Not subject to an IFRA Standard (51st Amendment)
- Flash point
- > 200.00 °F. TCC ( > 93.33 °C. ) (est)
In Perfumery
Rowanberry typically is a heart note in perfumery, adding unique fruity aspect that can strengthens a fragrance's overall character. It works alongside other fru its like pear and apple, as well as floral notes such as jasmine and violet. Its bright profile allows it to complement earthy notes like vetiver and patchouli, creating a balance within a fragrance.