The present invention provides new compounds and compositions thereof that release carbon monoxide for the treatment of medical disorders that are responsive to carbon monoxide, for example, inflammatory, pain, and dermatological disorders.

Disclosed are 3-alkylcyclopent-2-en-1-one and 3-alkylcyclopentan-1-one derivatives of formula (I) possessing powerful spicy woody notes.

Disclosed are 3-alkylcyclopent-2-en-1-one and 3-alkylcyclopentan-1-one derivatives of formula (I) possessing powerful spicy woody notes.