Fragrance ingredient reference pages
Citrus · Floral Nitric acid, magnesium salt (2:1) CAS 10377-60-3 Origin synthetic Note N/A IFRA Professional use Data as of: Apr 2026 What Is Nitric acid, magnesium salt (2:1)? Nitric acid, magnesium salt (2:1) is a synthetic chemical compound primarily used in industrial applications rather than consumer products. It’s encountered in specialized chemical processes and…
Green · Floral Nerol oxide CAS 1786-08-09 Origin synthetic Note Top to middle IFRA Generally safe Data as of: Apr 2026 What Is Nerol oxide? Nerol oxide is a synthetic fragrance ingredient that creates fresh, green, and slightly floral nuances in perfumes. It’s often found in modern floral and citrus fragrances. This molecule matters because…
Citrus · Green Neral CAS 106-26-3 Origin synthetic Note Top IFRA Generally safe Data as of: Apr 2026 What Is Neral? Neral is a citrusy fragrance molecule found in many perfumes and household products. It’s one of the key components that gives lemongrass and citrus oils their bright, fresh character. This ingredient matters because it…
Sweet · Balsamic Neohesperidin dihydrochalcone CAS 20702-77-6 Origin synthetic Note Base IFRA Generally safe Data as of: Apr 2026 What Is Neohesperidin dihydrochalcone? Neohesperidin dihydrochalcone is a synthetic sweetener and flavor modifier derived from citrus fruits. You’ll find it in sugar-free candies, chewing gums, and some perfumes where a sweet, long-lasting note is desired. This…
Woody · Citrus Naphtha, petroleum, hydrotreated heavy CAS 64742-48-9 Origin synthetic Note N/A IFRA Professional use Data as of: Apr 2026 What Is Naphtha, petroleum, hydrotreated heavy? Hydrotreated heavy naphtha is a petroleum-derived solvent used in industrial applications and some specialty cleaning products. Consumers might encounter it in heavy-duty degreasers or as a carrier fluid…
Woody · Citrus Naphtha, petroleum, heavy alkylate CAS 64741-65-7 Origin synthetic Note N/A IFRA Professional use Data as of: Apr 2026 What Is Naphtha, petroleum, heavy alkylate? Heavy alkylate naphtha is a refined petroleum product used as a solvent in industrial applications and some fragrance bases. It’s typically not encountered directly by consumers but may…
Green · Woody N-p-Benzeneacetonitrilementhanecarboxamide CAS 852379-28-3 Origin synthetic Note Top to middle IFRA Use with awareness Data as of: Apr 2026 What Is N-p-Benzeneacetonitrilementhanecarboxamide? N-p-Benzeneacetonitrilementhanecarboxamide is a synthetic fragrance ingredient used in modern perfumery for its unique aromatic properties. Consumers encounter it in niche and avant-garde fragrances where novel scent profiles are desired. This compound…
Musky · Sweet N-Lactoyl ethanolamine CAS 5422-34-4 Origin synthetic Note Heart to base IFRA Use with awareness Data as of: Apr 2026 What Is N-Lactoyl ethanolamine? N-Lactoyl ethanolamine is a synthetic fragrance ingredient primarily used in niche perfumery. Consumers might encounter it in avant-garde or experimental fragrances that push olfactory boundaries. This molecule matters because…
Balsamic · Sweet N-Furfurylpyrrole CAS 1438-94-4 Origin synthetic Note Heart IFRA Use with awareness Data as of: Apr 2026 What Is N-Furfurylpyrrole? N-Furfurylpyrrole is a synthetic aroma chemical rarely encountered in everyday products. It’s primarily used by professional perfumers to add unique roasted nuances to fragrances. This obscure ingredient matters for creating complex gourmand or…
Citrus · Floral N-Benzoylanthranilic acid CAS 579-93-1 Origin synthetic Note N/A IFRA Professional use Data as of: Apr 2026 What Is N-Benzoylanthranilic acid? N-Benzoylanthranilic acid is a synthetic compound primarily used in pharmaceutical and industrial applications, not commonly encountered in consumer products. While not a traditional fragrance ingredient, it serves as a precursor in some…
