Adamantane derivatives, compositions of matter containing same, processes for preparing said adamantane derivatives and said compositions, and organoleptic and deodorancy uses of said adamantane derivatives and said compositions

Abstract From the Canadian patent

2-, Described are adamantane derivatives which have the structure:, substituted at least at the "2" "4" and "8" positions, thusly:, (a) at the "2" position with an oxygen atom; (b) at the "4" position with a carbon atom; and (c) at the "8" position with a methyl group and uses thereof in augmenting or enhancing the aroma or taste of consumable materials including but not limited to perfume compositions, colognes and perfumed articles; with such adamantane derivatives being exemplified by the compounds having the structure:, and the structure: -3-, wherein Y is a moiety selected from the group consisting of the structures:, -4-, wherein W is no moiety or is selected from the group consisting …