Isophytol
CAS: 505-32-8
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CAS number
505-32-8
CAS (all sources)
505-32-8
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CAS (FraterWork)
505-32-8
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INCI name (FraterWork)
ISOPHYTOL
IUPAC name (FraterWork)
3,7,11,15-tetramethylhexadec-1-en-3-ol
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Scent profile
Note type (FraterWork)
Base Note
Odour family (FraterWork)
Green
Odour profile (FraterWork)
Isophytol presents a mild, sophisticated blend of floral, herbal,
and green characteristics with distinctive tealike and delicate dry leaf
nuances, complemented by subtle balsamic jasmine facets that create an authentic
botanical impression.
Longevity (FraterWork)
Lasts > 68 hours on a smelling strip.
Appearance (FraterWork)
Colourless liquid
Descriptions
Comment (FraterWork)
Isophytol opens with remarkable subtlety—this is not a material that announces
itself but rather one that whispers sophistication into every blend it touches.
Its gentle floral-green character reads like crushed jasmine leaves rather than
the indolic flowers themselves, providing the crucial naturalistic foundation
that synthetic jasmine reconstructions desperately need. The distinctive
tea-like quality adds an unexpected dimension of refinement, making this
material indispensable for contemporary clean compositions that demand both
complexity and restraint.
Use Isophytol at 1-5% when reconstructing jasmine absolute—it literally
comprises 7% of the natural material, providing authentic depth without
heaviness. Beyond jasmine, it excels in creating sophisticated tea accords where
its dry-leaf character combines beautifully with bergamot and hedione
[https://fraterworks.com/products/hedione] for photorealistic Earl Grey effects.
Use it to extend white florals like tuberose and gardenia, where its fixative
properties anchor volatile top notes while contributing subtle green-herbal
complexity that prevents these flowers from becoming cloying.
The practical applications of Isophytol extend far beyond its jasmine heritage
into realms where delicate complexity meets functional performance. Its
exceptional substantivity (up to 168 hours) makes it your secret weapon for
creating lasting impressions without the heaviness of traditional fixatives.
Combine it with modern molecules like Paradise Molecule
[https://fraterworks.com/products/paradise-molecule]® or Habanolide
[https://fraterworks.com/products/habanolide]® to create "skin scent" effects
that evolve beautifully over time. Its mild character allows generous dosing in
functional fragrances where you need sophisticated florals to survive
challenging bases—think premium fabric softeners and hair care products
demanding both tenacity and refinement.
aromachem Best Seller no_reg
Notes
Isophytol opens with remarkable subtlety—this is not a material that announces
itself but rather one that whispers sophistication into every blend it touches.
Its gentle floral-green character reads like crushed jasmine leaves rather than
the indolic flowers themselves, providing the crucial naturalistic foundation
that synthetic jasmine reconstructions desperately need. The distinctive
tea-like quality adds an unexpected dimension of refinement, making this
material indispensable for contemporary clean compositions that demand both
complexity and restraint.
Use Isophytol at 1-5% when reconstructing jasmine absolute—it literally
comprises 7% of the natural material, providing authentic depth without
heaviness. Beyond jasmine, it excels in creating sophisticated tea accords where
its dry-leaf character combines beautifully with bergamot and hedione
[https://fraterworks.com/products/hedione] for photorealistic Earl Grey effects.
Use it to extend white florals like tuberose and gardenia, where its fixative
properties anchor volatile top notes while contributing subtle green-herbal
complexity that prevents these flowers from becoming cloying.
The practical applications of Isophytol extend far beyond its jasmine heritage
into realms where delicate complexity meets functional performance. Its
exceptional substantivity (up to 168 hours) makes it your secret weapon for
creating lasting impressions without the heaviness of traditional fixatives.
Combine it with modern molecules like Paradise Molecule
[https://fraterworks.com/products/paradise-molecule]® or Habanolide
[https://fraterworks.com/products/habanolide]® to create "skin scent" effects
that evolve beautifully over time. Its mild character allows generous dosing in
functional fragrances where you need sophisticated florals to survive
challenging bases—think premium fabric softeners and hair care products
demanding both tenacity and refinement.
aromachem Best Seller no_reg
Usage
Average use (FraterWork)
5% in a perfume compound
Uses (FraterWork)
Jasmine compositions, white floral accords, green herbal blends,
tea-inspired fragrances, fixative applications, natural modifier.
IFRA 51 (FraterWork)
No restriction for category 4
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