An excellent fragrance compound having high palatability. A 3-(3-hexenyl)-2-cyclopentenone
represented by a general formula (1)
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(wherein wavy line represents a double bond cis-form and/or trans-form)
is used as an active ingredient of scent and mixed in a small amount with fragrance
compositions, cis-jasmone and/or various materials to be scented. Since the above
compound has a characteristic fragrance quality and high palatability, it is markedly
useful as a scenting component of various fragrances and cosmetics, sanitation
materials and the like.
