Galaxolide

1,3,4,6,7,8-Hexahydro-4,6,6,7,8,8-hexamethylcyclopenta-gamma-2-benzopyran
Olfactive Description:
A clean, powerful and versatile iso-chroman musk having exceptional persistence and a superb fragrance quality approaching the tone of macrocyclic musks.
Note Impact:
Heart Medium
Base High
Useful in creating:
Just about any fragrance accord where bloom, lift, and longevity are desired.
Great Combinations:
Iso E Super, Bergamal, Cashmeran, Timbersilk, Nectarate.
Perfumers Insights:
“Galaxolide is a must have standard musk ingredient, it’s long lasting, powerful, soft and sensual.” “It’s the undefeated champion, it has all the qualities to fit with every accord from freshness to woody and animalic.”
Sustainability & Biodegradability:
  • vegan Vegan Suitable
  • non-biodegradable non-biodegradable

More Information

Molecular Weight:
258.4
Vapor Pressure:
0.000143 mm Hg @ 23° C
Log P:
5.92
Substantivity:
> 48 hours
Typical Use Level:
Up to 50%
IPC Number:
See below
CAS Number:
1222-05-5
Chemical Formula:
C18H26O
Product Performance Stability
Fine Fragrance Very Good Excellent
Acid Cleaner Good Very Good
Liquid Detergent Very Good Very Good
Powder Detergent Very Good Very Good
Fabric Conditioner Very Good Very Good
AP Deo Very Good Very Good
Shampoo Very Good Very Good
Soap Very Good Very Good
Candles Moderate Very Good
Bleach Good Good