Aroma Molecule
Civetone
CAS 542-46-1 · C17H30O · 250.43 g/mol
AnimalicBase noteHigh strength
Scent Profile
Warm, musky and animalic macrocycle with a sweet, powdery depth. Adds sensuality in traces.
Technical Specifications
| CAS No. | 542-46-1 |
|---|---|
| Synonyms / Trade Names | Synthetic civet ketone |
| Molecular Formula | C17H30O |
| Molecular Weight | 250.43 g/mol |
| Scent Family | Animalic |
| Note Position | Base |
| Odour Strength | High |
| Typical Tenacity | Long: several weeks on a blotter |
| Appearance | White crystalline solid |
| Solubility | Soluble in ethanol and most fragrance materials |
| Typical Applications | Fine fragrance and personal care, used in trace amounts |
| Grade | Perfumer grade aroma chemical |
| Documentation | COA and MSDS provided for bulk purchases above 1kg only; not available for sample purchases. IFRA and allergen information on request |
Typical values for reference. Lot specific data is provided on the certificate of analysis for bulk purchases above 1kg.