CAS: 1222-05-5Classification: Base Note[i]
Galaxolide is a clean and powerful polycyclic musk which, even in extreme overdoses of 40% or more, allows the other materials in a fragrance to shine through. It is a highly appreciated musk by consumers. It adds fixation and exaltation to all fragrances and is frequently blended with other musks which often take the role of modifiers.
“A clean, powerful and versatile iso-chroman musk having exceptional persistence and a superb fragrance quality approaching the tone of macrocyclic musks.” — IFF
Galaxolide is often the single largest aromachemical in luxury fragrance brands such as Tom Ford, Amouage and Creed. It's low cost and popular appeal make it a must-have for all perfumers.
NOTE: pure Galaxolide is extremely viscous so it needs heat to make it fluid. For that reason we are selling it here in the standard 50% dilution from IFF as well as pure. Be sure to check your dilution prior to buying.
Odour Family: Musky
Appearance: Colourless liquid
Longevity: Lasts > 400 hours on a smelling strip.
Odour Profile: Galaxolide presents a clean, sweet musk aroma with subtle floral-woody nuances and soft powdery, ambery undertones.
Uses: Primary fixative in fine fragrances, detergents, and personal care; adds bloom, volume, and exceptional longevity.
INCI Name: HEXAMETHYLINDANOPYRAN
IUPAC Name: 4,6,6,7,8,8-hexamethyl-1,3,4,6,7,8-hexahydrocyclopenta[g]isochromene