Decalin derivative compounds of formula (I) are provided, including processes for preparation thereof, and pharmaceutical compositions including the decalin derivative compounds. Methods are provided for treating blood related disorders, such as sickle cell anemia, in a subject in need thereof using a compound of formula (I). ##STR00001##

Decalin derivative compounds of formula (I) are provided, including processes for preparation thereof, and pharmaceutical compositions including the decalin derivative compounds. Methods are provided for treating blood related disorders, such as sickle cell anemia, in a subject in need thereof using a compound of formula (I). ##STR00001##

The invention relates to the use of terpene C.sub.1-C.sub.8-alkyl ether compositions and novel C.sub.1-C.sub.8-alkyl ethers of mono- and bicyclic terpenes as aroma chemicals, preferably as fragrances. The invention also relates to terpene C.sub.1-C.sub.8-alkyl ether compositions and novel C.sub.1-C.sub.8-alkyl ethers of mono- and bicyclic terpenes. The present invention also relates to a method for preparing C.sub.1-C.sub.8-alkyl ethers of mono- and bicyclic terpenes by electrolysis of mono- or polyunsaturated, non-aromatic, mono- or bicyclic terpene hydrocarbons.

The invention relates to the use of terpene C.sub.1-C.sub.8-alkyl ether compositions and novel C.sub.1-C.sub.8-alkyl ethers of mono- and bicyclic terpenes as aroma chemicals, preferably as fragrances. The invention also relates to terpene C.sub.1-C.sub.8-alkyl ether compositions and novel C.sub.1-C.sub.8-alkyl ethers of mono- and bicyclic terpenes. The present invention also relates to a method for preparing C.sub.1-C.sub.8-alkyl ethers of mono- and bicyclic terpenes by electrolysis of mono- or polyunsaturated, non-aromatic, mono- or bicyclic terpene hydrocarbons.

The present invention relates to 2-(2,4,5-trimethylcyclohex-2-en-1-yl)acetaldehyde and derivatives thereof, to a process for preparing said compounds, to the use of 2-(2,4,5-trimethylcyclohex-2-en-1-yl)acetaldehyde or a specific derivative thereof or of mixtures of said compounds or of a stereoisomer thereof or of a mixture of two or more stereoisomers thereof as aroma chemicals; to the use of 2-(2,4,5-trimethylcyclohex-2-en-1-yl)acetaldehyde or a specific derivative thereof for modifying the scent character of a fragranced composition; to compositions containing 2-(2,4,5-trimethylcyclohex-2-en-1-yl)acetaldehyde or a specific derivative thereof or a mixture of said compounds or a stereoisomer thereof or a mixture of two or more stereoisomers thereof; and to a method of preparing a fragranced composition or for modifying the scent character of a fragranced composition, comprising incorporating 2-(2,4,5-trimethylcyclohex-2-en-1-yl)-acetaldehyde or a specific derivative thereof or a mixture of said compounds or a stereoisomer thereof or a mixture of two or more stereoisomers thereof into said composition.

The present invention relates to 2-(2,4,5-trimethylcyclohex-2-en-1-yl)acetaldehyde and derivatives thereof, to a process for preparing said compounds, to the use of 2-(2,4,5-trimethylcyclohex-2-en-1-yl)acetaldehyde or a specific derivative thereof or of mixtures of said compounds or of a stereoisomer thereof or of a mixture of two or more stereoisomers thereof as aroma chemicals; to the use of 2-(2,4,5-trimethylcyclohex-2-en-1-yl)acetaldehyde or a specific derivative thereof for modifying the scent character of a fragranced composition; to compositions containing 2-(2,4,5-trimethylcyclohex-2-en-1-yl)acetaldehyde or a specific derivative thereof or a mixture of said compounds or a stereoisomer thereof or a mixture of two or more stereoisomers thereof; and to a method of preparing a fragranced composition or for modifying the scent character of a fragranced composition, comprising incorporating 2-(2,4,5-trimethylcyclohex-2-en-1-yl)-acetaldehyde or a specific derivative thereof or a mixture of said compounds or a stereoisomer thereof or a mixture of two or more stereoisomers thereof into said composition.

The present invention relates in particular to a mixture comprising the compound of formula (Ia) as described herein, wherein the mixture is free or essentially free of the compound of formula (Ib) as described herein, preferably of the compounds of formulae (Ib) and furthermore (Ic) and/or (Id) as described herein. The invention further relates to a method for manufacturing said mixture, fragrance substance compositions containing or consisting of said mixture, perfumed products containing said mixtures or fragrance substance compositions, and various methods and uses for imparting, modifying and/or enhancing certain odour notes.

The present invention relates in particular to a mixture comprising the compound of formula (Ia) as described herein, wherein the mixture is free or essentially free of the compound of formula (Ib) as described herein, preferably of the compounds of formulae (Ib) and furthermore (Ic) and/or (Id) as described herein. The invention further relates to a method for manufacturing said mixture, fragrance substance compositions containing or consisting of said mixture, perfumed products containing said mixtures or fragrance substance compositions, and various methods and uses for imparting, modifying and/or enhancing certain odour notes.

The synthesis and application of compounds having unique and desired flavor and/or fragrance characteristics are provided herein. The compounds herein can be employed alone or incorporated as fragrance or flavor ingredients in fragrance or flavor compositions. The application is also directed to consumer products comprising such derivatives and/or fragrance or flavor compositions.

The present invention relates to novel compounds and their use as fragrance materials.