Celestolide
Musk · CAS 13171-00-1 · 2 suppliers
What it smells like
Celestolide delivers a complex polycyclic musk character combining warm, powdery sweetness with distinctive animalic depth, bright fruity facets, woody-cedar undertones, and ambergris-like sophistication that creates exceptional warmth and radiance.
At a glance
| Scent family | Musk |
| CAS number | 13171-00-1 |
| Uses | Powerful base note fixative for complex musk accords, floral enhancement, and long-lasting foundation across diverse fragrance families. |
| Typical usage | 0.5 – 3% in a perfume compound |
| Longevity | Lasts > 400 hours on a smelling strip. |
| Appearance | Fine white crystals |
| INCI name | CELESTOLIDE |
| IUPAC name | 1-(6-tert-butyl-1,1-dimethyl-2,3-dihydroinden-4-yl)ethanone |
IFRA usage limits
No IFRA restriction on record for this material. Always confirm against the current official IFRA Standard for your application.
Where to buy
Available from 2 suppliers, from $3.95.
| Supplier | Manufacturer | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fraterworks | IFF | from $3.95 | View → |
| The Perfumer's Apprentice | IFF | from $7.75 | View → |
Related materials
Aerolide Aldron Ambretone Ambrette Seed Oil Ambrette Seed Tincture (20%) Ambrettex XNM 0512 Ambrettolide Apprentice Fixative Base Aurelione Caress Musk Cervolide Civettone
Build and version formulae, track inventory, and get AI suggestions from BrainDesk. Try it free → · Open app