Fragrance ingredient reference pages
Citrus · Green Citronellyl nitrile CAS 51566-62-2 Origin synthetic Note Top to middle IFRA Generally safe Data as of: Apr 2026 What Is Citronellyl nitrile? Citronellyl nitrile is a synthetic fragrance ingredient that mimics the fresh, citrusy-rosy scent of citronella. It’s commonly found in household cleaners, soaps, and functional fragrances where a long-lasting citrus note…
Floral · Sweet Citronellyl formate CAS 105-85-1 Origin synthetic Note Top to middle IFRA Generally safe Data as of: Apr 2026 What Is Citronellyl formate? Citronellyl formate is a floral-fruity synthetic ingredient used in perfumes and scented products. It’s commonly found in soaps, air fresheners, and body care items for its fresh, rosy aroma. This…
Sweet · Spicy Cinnamyl propionate CAS 103-56-0 Origin synthetic Note Middle IFRA Use with awareness Data as of: Apr 2026 What Is Cinnamyl propionate? Cinnamyl propionate is a synthetic fragrance compound that imparts a warm, spicy-sweet aroma reminiscent of cinnamon and vanilla. It’s commonly found in perfumes, candles, and household products where a comforting bakery-like…
Woody · Balsamic Cedryl methyl ether CAS 67874-81-1 Origin synthetic Note Base IFRA Generally safe Data as of: Apr 2026 What Is Cedryl methyl ether? Cedryl methyl ether is a synthetic fragrance ingredient used to create woody, ambery, and slightly sweet notes in perfumes and scented products. It’s commonly found in fine fragrances, home care…
Green · Floral Cassis bud absolute CAS 97676-19-2 Origin natural Note Top to middle IFRA Generally safe Data as of: Apr 2026 What Is Cassis bud absolute? Cassis bud absolute is a luxurious fragrance ingredient extracted from blackcurrant buds. You’ll find it in high-end perfumes and niche fragrances, where it adds a fruity-green sophistication. This…
Spicy · Sweet Cassia bark extract CAS 8007-80-5 Origin natural Note Middle IFRA Use with awareness Data as of: Apr 2026 What Is Cassia bark extract? Cassia bark extract comes from the aromatic bark of Cinnamomum cassia trees, primarily grown in China. You’ll encounter its warm, cinnamon-like scent in holiday candles, spiced perfumes, and traditional…
Woody · Balsamic Cascarilla bark oil CAS 8007-06-05 Origin natural Note Middle IFRA Use with awareness Data as of: Apr 2026 What Is Cascarilla bark oil? Cascarilla bark oil is a warm, spicy essential oil derived from the bark of the Croton eluteria tree, native to the Bahamas and Caribbean. It’s often encountered in traditional…
Sweet · Woody Carob bean absolute CAS 79070-15-8 Origin natural Note Base to middle IFRA Generally safe Data as of: Apr 2026 What Is Carob bean absolute? Carob bean absolute is a rich, chocolate-like extract derived from the pods of the carob tree (Ceratonia siliqua). It’s commonly used in gourmand fragrances, chocolates, and baked goods…
Sweet · Floral Butyl phenylacetate CAS 122-43-0 Origin synthetic Note Heart IFRA Generally safe Data as of: Apr 2026 What Is Butyl phenylacetate? Butyl phenylacetate is a synthetic fragrance ingredient commonly used in perfumes, soaps, and personal care products. It contributes a sweet, honey-like floral aroma with fruity nuances. This versatile molecule helps create balanced…
Floral · Sweet Benzyl methyl ether CAS 538-86-3 Origin synthetic Note Top IFRA Generally safe Data as of: Apr 2026 What Is Benzyl methyl ether? Benzyl methyl ether is a synthetic aromatic compound used in perfumery. It’s found in some floral and herbal fragrances. This ingredient adds a subtle sweet and ethereal quality to scents,…
