Canthoxal
Aromatic · CAS 5462-06-6 · 2 suppliers
What it smells like
Canthoxal presents a soft, sweet anisic character with delicate watery and transparent qualities, featuring distinctive fennel, basil, and licorice notes enhanced by subtle fruity raspberry and pear facets.
At a glance
| Scent family | Aromatic |
| CAS number | 5462-06-6 |
| Uses | Heart note for floral accords, juicy fruit effects, herbal compositions, and modernising anisic themes in diverse fragrance types. |
| Typical usage | 0.5% in a perfume compound |
| Longevity | Lasts > 48 hours on a smelling strip. |
| Appearance | Colourless liquid |
| IUPAC name | 3-(4-methoxyphenyl)-2-methylpropanal |
IFRA usage limits (51st Amendment)
Maximum concentration in the finished consumer product, by IFRA category, drawn from official IFRA Standards and manufacturer certificates. Reference data — always confirm against the current official IFRA Standard for your application.
| Category | Application | Limit |
|---|---|---|
| Category 1 | Lip products, toys | 0.11% |
| Category 2 | Deodorants & antiperspirants | 0.14% |
| Category 3 | Eye products, men's facial creams (fingertip) | 0.75% |
| Category 4 | Fine fragrance, hydroalcoholic on skin | 2.5% |
| Category 5A | Body lotion | 0.64% |
| Category 5B | Face moisturiser | 0.64% |
| Category 5C | Hand cream | 0.64% |
| Category 5D | Baby cream, oil & talc | 0.21% |
| Category 6 | Oral & lip care (toothpaste, mouthwash) | 0.11% |
| Category 7A | Rinse-off hair products | 0.86% |
| Category 7B | Leave-on hair products | 0.86% |
| Category 8 | Significant anogenital exposure | 0.21% |
| Category 9 | Rinse-off body & hand (soap, shower gel) | 2.7% |
| Category 10A | Household care, non-spray | 0.75% |
| Category 10B | Household aerosol / spray | 4.1% |
| Category 11A | Skin contact, minimal transfer (e.g. wipes) | 0.21% |
| Category 11B | Skin contact, minimal transfer (e.g. fabrics) | 0.21% |
| Category 12 | Not intended for skin contact (candles, detergents) | Unrestricted |
Where to buy
Available from 2 suppliers, from $3.95.
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