The molecule is a member of the class of pyrans that is 3,6-dihydro-2H-pyran which is substituted at positions 2 and 4 by a 2-methylprop-1-en-1-yl group and a methyl group, respectively. It has a role as a plant metabolite, a flavouring agent and an animal metabolite. It is a member of pyrans, an olefinic compound and a monoterpenoid. It derives from a nerol.
4-methyl-2-(2-methylprop-1-enyl)-3,6-dihydro-2H-pyran