The molecule is a monounsaturated fatty acid that is oct-6-enoic acid carrying methyl groups at positions 3 and 7. It has a role as a plant metabolite and a flavouring agent. It is a monoterpenoid, a medium-chain fatty acid and a monounsaturated fatty acid. It derives from a citronellal.
3,7-dimethyloct-6-enoic acid