Fragrance ingredient reference pages
Sweet · Floral Geranyl butyrate CAS 106-29-6 Origin synthetic Note Top to Middle IFRA Generally safe Data as of: Apr 2026 What Is Geranyl butyrate? Geranyl butyrate is a synthetic ester used in perfumery to add fruity, floral notes. It’s found in many consumer products like soaps and air fresheners. This ingredient matters because it…
Sweet · Floral Geranyl benzoate CAS 94-48-4 Origin synthetic Note Middle IFRA Generally safe Data as of: Apr 2026 What Is Geranyl benzoate? Geranyl benzoate is a synthetic fragrance ingredient primarily used in perfumes and scented products. It contributes a sweet, floral, and slightly balsamic aroma. You’ll encounter it in fine fragrances, body lotions, and…
Woody · Green Gentian absolute CAS 97676-22-7 Origin natural Note Base IFRA Generally safe Data as of: Apr 2026 What Is Gentian absolute? Gentian absolute is a rare botanical extract derived from the roots of gentian plants, primarily encountered in niche perfumery and high-end botanical skincare. Its earthy, bitter character makes it a distinctive note…
Sweet · Balsamic Ethyl salicylate CAS 118-61-6 Origin synthetic Note Top to middle IFRA Use with awareness Data as of: Apr 2026 What Is Ethyl salicylate? Ethyl salicylate is a sweet, wintergreen-like fragrance compound found in some perfumes and flavored products. It’s often used to create fresh, herbal or medicinal scent impressions. This ingredient matters…
Green · Woody Ethyl linolenate CAS 1191-41-9 Origin synthetic Note Middle IFRA Generally safe Data as of: Apr 2026 What Is Ethyl linolenate? Ethyl linolenate is a synthetic fragrance ingredient occasionally used in perfumery. It belongs to the ester family, contributing subtle green and fatty notes. You might encounter traces of it in some modern…
Sweet · Floral Ethyl levulinate CAS 539-88-8 Origin synthetic Note Top to Middle IFRA Generally safe Data as of: Apr 2026 What Is Ethyl levulinate? Ethyl levulinate is a sweet, fruity-smelling compound often used in food flavorings and perfumes. You might encounter it in candy, baked goods, or fruity fragrances. This ingredient matters because it…
Sweet · Citrus Ethyl heptanoate CAS 106-30-9 Origin synthetic Note Top IFRA Generally safe Data as of: Apr 2026 What Is Ethyl heptanoate? Ethyl heptanoate is a fruity ester commonly found in artificial flavorings and perfumes. You’ll encounter it in pineapple-flavored candies, tropical fruit fragrances, and some alcoholic beverages. This ingredient matters because it creates…
Green · Balsamic Dimethyl sulfide CAS 75-18-3 Origin synthetic Note Top IFRA Use with awareness Data as of: Apr 2026 What Is Dimethyl sulfide? Dimethyl sulfide is a volatile organic compound often associated with the smell of the sea, cooked corn, and certain fermented foods. It’s used in perfumery to create marine, oceanic, and sometimes…
Sweet · Green Dimethyl adipate CAS 627-93-0 Origin synthetic Note Base IFRA Generally safe Data as of: Apr 2026 What Is Dimethyl adipate? Dimethyl adipate is a synthetic ester commonly used as a solvent and fragrance ingredient in personal care products. It’s found in perfumes, lotions, and other cosmetic formulations where it helps blend other…
Green · Woody Dihexyl fumarate CAS 19139-31-2 Origin synthetic Note Base IFRA Use with awareness Data as of: Apr 2026 What Is Dihexyl fumarate? Dihexyl fumarate is a synthetic fragrance ingredient used as a fixative in perfumes and personal care products. It helps stabilize volatile scent compounds, making fragrances last longer on skin. While not…
