Aldehyde C-10 is a classic and powerful fatty aldehyde widely used in perfumery to impart a bold, fresh, and slightly waxy citrus-floral top note. Known for its strong lift and diffusive nature, it brings vibrancy and effervescence to fragrance compositions. It's a staple for perfumers aiming to create clean, sparkling openings or evoke vintage floral elegance.
Aroma Profile:
Intensely fresh, waxy, citrusy aroma with a classic soapy-clean aldehydic character.
Aldehyde C-10 is known for its bright, diffusive top note that adds brilliance and elegance to perfumes—especially floral and fresh compositions.
Mix and Match – Add Sparkle & Lift!
Aldehyde C-10 is essential in creating that sparkling "pop" at the top of a fragrance. It blends beautifully with florals, musks, spices, and green notes, bringing a radiant and airy effect to the blend.
Applications:
Aldehyde C-10 is commonly used across various fragrance segments for its top note brilliance and fresh lift:
Fine Fragrance & Designer Perfumes – Imparts brightness, elegance, and a vintage aldehydic signature.
Soaps & Body Washes – Adds a clean, luxurious, and sparkling touch.
Room Sprays & Air Fresheners – Evokes a crisp, fresh, and clean ambiance.
Laundry & Detergents – Lends a long-lasting, upscale clean scent to fabrics.
Personal Care Products – Used in creams, lotions, and deodorants for a soft citrus-soapy lift.
Properties:
Appearance: Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Solubility: Insoluble in water, soluble in alcohols and oils
Benefits in Perfumery:
✔ Aldehydic Sparkle: Adds lift, shine, and a bright top note effect
✔ Signature Clean Scent: Gives a classic soapy-fresh finish
✔ Enhances Diffusion: Improves sillage and projection
✔ Long-Lasting Freshness: Maintains freshness in detergent and soap formulations
✔ Versatile Usage: Key ingredient in both vintage and modern fragrance builds
Shelf life: 2 Years
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