Williams Pear

AccordFRUITS, VEGETABLES & NUTSfruity · fresh · sweet
TopPyramid
4/5Strength
24hTenacity
2Origins

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Specimen
Williams Pear perfume ingredient
Top
Pyrus communis
Fantasy/Concept
Definition

Ripe, juicy, almost ester-heavy. The defining pear scent — ethyl decadienoate in fruit form.

FLORAL GREEN SWEET FRUITY FRESH
BARTLETT PEAR WILLIAMS
Type
Accord
Olfactive family
Fruity
Subfamily
Green fruits
Cluster
Orchard fruit notes
Source
fruit
Chemical class
complex natural (expressed oil)
Instruments
Pyramid
TTop
HHeart
BBase
4/5Strength
High
odour strength
Tenacity on blotter
24hours
1 h6 h24 h3 d7 d400 h
Producing countries
Europe North America

Scent

Williams Pear has a sweet, juicy, recognizable aroma with a crisp quality. It carries floral undertones and a subtle greenness that adds freshness, making it an adaptable note.

Scent Evolution

The fragrance profile of Williams Pear is balanced rather than overly sweet. Its juicy, fleshy character is often emphasized when paired with other fruity or floral notes that is fresh and bright.

The Full Story

The Williams Pear, also known as the Bartlett pear, has a long history thatdatesback to the 18th century. It was first cultivated in England and has since become a staple in orchards across the globe. The pear is known for particular sweet flavor and buttery texture. Its scent carries images of sun-drenched orchards and ripe fruit.

Origin and Production

Sourcing Williams Pear for fragrance involves selecting fruit harvested when just ripe, when its sweet, juicy profile is at its peak. In perfumery the fragrance is derived from the essence of the fruit.

Chemistry and Scent Profile

In perfumery, Williams Pear is used as a fresh, realistic fruit note.

Did You Know?

The Williams Pear changes color as it ripens, turning from green to golden yellow.

Did You Know?

The Williams Pear is often recognized because it can change color as it ripens, turning from green to a beautiful golden yellow.

Extraction & Chemistry

Extraction method

Cold pressing or distillation of the fruit essence

Formula
Complex natural mixture; key aroma compound: ethyl (E,Z)-2,4-decadienoate (C₁₂H₂₀O₂)
CAS
N/A — natural fruit, complex mixture
Botanical
Pyrus communis
Appearance
Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Odour strength
High
Lasting power
24 hours
Synonyms
BARTLETT PEAR WILLIAMS
IFRA status
No restriction

No known restrictions

Physical properties
Flash point
145.00 °F. TCC ( 62.78 °C. ) (est)

In Perfumery

Williams pear is typically utilized as a top note in fragrance compositions, where its bright and refreshing qualities can be fully appreciated. It can provide a pleasant contrast when used alongside gourmand elements, enhancing sweetness without overwhelming the composition.

Role in the formula
01modifier
02signature note
03lifting agent
04blender
05freshness
Available as
expressed oil

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