Fragrance ingredient reference pages
Sweet · Woody Furfuryl thioacetate CAS 13678-68-7 Origin synthetic Note Top to middle IFRA Professional use Data as of: Apr 2026 What Is Furfuryl thioacetate? Furfuryl thioacetate is a synthetic fragrance compound rarely encountered in consumer products. It’s primarily used by professional perfumers for creating roasted, coffee-like nuances. This ingredient matters because it provides an…
Balsamic · Woody Furfuryl mercaptan CAS 98-02-2 Origin synthetic Note Top to middle IFRA Use with awareness Data as of: Apr 2026 What Is Furfuryl mercaptan? Furfuryl mercaptan is a potent synthetic aroma chemical primarily used in coffee and roasted food flavorings. Consumers encounter it in specialty coffee products and some savory snacks. This sulfur-containing…
Sweet · Balsamic Furfuryl acetate CAS 623-17-6 Origin synthetic Note Middle IFRA Use with awareness Data as of: Apr 2026 What Is Furfuryl acetate? Furfuryl acetate is a synthetic fragrance ingredient with a warm, bready aroma reminiscent of freshly baked goods. It’s commonly found in food flavorings and some perfumes. This molecule adds a comforting,…
Sweet · Woody Furfural CAS 98-01-1 Origin synthetic Note Middle IFRA Use with awareness Data as of: Apr 2026 What Is Furfural? Furfural is a sweet, woody-smelling chemical often found in roasted coffee, bread crusts, and aged spirits. It’s created when sugars break down during high-heat cooking. This amber-colored liquid adds warm, caramel-like depth to…
Citrus · Floral Formic acid CAS 64-18-6 Origin synthetic Note N/A IFRA Professional use Data as of: Apr 2026 What Is Formic acid? Formic acid is a sharp, pungent chemical most commonly encountered in ant venom and some industrial cleaners. While not typically used in fine fragrances, it appears in trace amounts as a volatile…
Woody · Green Fenchone CAS 1195-79-5 Origin synthetic Note Middle IFRA Generally safe Data as of: Apr 2026 What Is Fenchone? Fenchone is a naturally occurring ketone found in fennel oil and some absinthes. It has a fresh, camphoraceous aroma with earthy undertones. Consumers may encounter it in herbal liqueurs, Mediterranean cuisine, and some masculine…
Woody · Green Fatty acids, linseed-oil CAS 68424-45-3 Origin synthetic Note Base IFRA Generally safe Data as of: Apr 2026 What Is Fatty acids, linseed-oil? Fatty acids from linseed oil are synthetic compounds derived from flaxseed oil. They’re primarily used in industrial applications like paints, varnishes, and coatings rather than consumer fragrances. These fatty acids…
Sweet · Balsamic Fatty acids, butter CAS 85536-25-0 Origin synthetic Note Heart IFRA Generally safe Data as of: Apr 2026 What Is Fatty acids, butter? Fatty acids from butter are synthetic fragrance ingredients that recreate the creamy, slightly tangy dairy notes found in butter. They’re used in gourmand perfumes, body care products, and some savory…
Woody · Citrus Fatty acids, C8-10, C12-18-alkyl esters CAS 95912-86-0 Origin synthetic Note Base IFRA Generally safe Data as of: Apr 2026 What Is Fatty acids, C8-10, C12-18-alkyl esters? Fatty acids C8-10, C12-18-alkyl esters are synthetic compounds used as emollients and texture modifiers in personal care products. You’ll find them in lotions, creams, and some…
Woody · Green Fatty acids, C16-18 and C18-unsatd., Me esters CAS 67762-38-3 Origin synthetic Note N/A IFRA Generally safe Data as of: Apr 2026 What Is Fatty acids, C16-18 and C18-unsatd., Me esters? Fatty acid methyl esters (FAME) are synthetic compounds derived from plant or animal fats. You might encounter them as emollients in lotions…
