Aroma Molecule
Perfumers Ethanol
CAS 64-17-5 · C2H6O · 46.07 g/mol
SolventCarrierLow strength
Scent Profile
High purity, low odour ethanol used as the carrier for fine fragrance. Clean, neutral and fast evaporating, it dissolves and diffuses the fragrance concentrate so the scent shows true. Not an aroma molecule.
Technical Specifications
| CAS No. | 64-17-5 |
|---|---|
| Synonyms / Trade Names | Perfumer's alcohol, Ethyl alcohol |
| Molecular Formula | C2H6O |
| Molecular Weight | 46.07 g/mol |
| Scent Family | Solvent |
| Role | Carrier |
| Odour Strength | Low |
| Typical Tenacity | Evaporates rapidly, leaving the fragrance on skin |
| Appearance | Clear, colourless liquid |
| Solubility | Soluble in ethanol and most fragrance materials |
| Typical Applications | Eau de parfum, eau de toilette, cologne, body mists and room sprays |
| 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 |
| Regulatory Note | Highly flammable liquid. Shipped under dangerous goods regulations. |
Typical values for reference. Lot specific data is provided on the certificate of analysis for bulk purchases above 1kg.