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Ambrettolide

Ambrettolide

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Ambrettolide is a rich but delicate animallic musk used in traces (from 0.01%) in all types where it adds diffusion warmth roundness. If overused it may suppress top notes. An excellent blender-fixative. Note: many are anosmic to, i.e. unable to smell, ambrettolide.



How to Use

Use in fragrance formulations to add a lasting musk foundation with floral and fruity nuances. Evaluate in small trial blends and adjust to the desired effect. Follow the supplier's application guidance and applicable restrictions for the finished product.

Notes

Olfactory family: Musk. Chemical class: Macrocyclic lactone. General reference information is provided here; batch-specific properties and origin require supplier documentation.

Ingredients

Ambrettolide (macrocyclic musk aroma ingredient). Consult the supplier's specification for the exact grade, purity, isomer composition and any added carrier or stabilizer.

Specifications

Product: Ambrettolide

Chemical name: Oxacycloheptadec-10-en-2-one

Common commercial CAS: 28645-51-4; some supplier grades also list 63286-42-0. Confirm the identifier against the supplied grade's SDS.

Molecular formula: C16H28O2

Molecular weight: approximately 252.4 g/mol

Typical appearance: clear, colorless to pale-yellow liquid

Odor: musky, floral, fruity and reminiscent of ambrette seed.

These are general reference properties, not a certificate of analysis for this stock.

Documentation

FAQ

What does Ambrettolide smell like? A rich musk with floral softness, fruity sweetness and an ambrette-seed character.

What is it used for? It adds depth and a lasting musky character to perfume compositions.

Is this ambrette seed essential oil? No. Ambrettolide is an individual aroma ingredient, not the complete essential oil.

Is it natural or naturally derived? Origin depends on the manufacturing process and supplied grade. This stock's origin has not been verified.

What amount should I use? Determine the level through formulation trials and supplier guidance for the intended application.

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