Helional
Green · CAS 1205-17-0 · 3 suppliers
What it smells like
Aquanal delivers a distinctive watery-fresh marine scent with prominent green-floral cyclamen notes and a crisp melon facet that creates an ozonic lift reminiscent of sea breeze.
At a glance
| Scent family | Green |
| CAS number | 1205-17-0 |
| Uses | Cornerstone ingredient for aquatic, ozonic, and marine fragrance categories providing diffusive freshness and mild fixative properties. |
| Typical usage | 0.75% in a perfume compound |
| Longevity | Lasts 60 hours on a smelling strip. |
| Appearance | Clear liquid |
| INCI name | METHYLENEDIOXYPHENYL METHYLPROPANAL |
| IUPAC name | 3-(1,3-benzodioxol-5-yl)-2-methylpropanal |
IFRA usage limits (49th 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 | 0.12% |
| Category 2 | Deodorants & antiperspirants | 0.25% |
| Category 3 | Eye products, men's facial creams (fingertip) | 0.039% |
| Category 4 | Fine fragrance, hydroalcoholic on skin | 2.6% |
| Category 5A | Body lotion | 0.39% |
| Category 5B | Face moisturiser | 0.077% |
| Category 5C | Hand cream | 0.077% |
| Category 5D | Baby cream, oil & talc | 0.026% |
| Category 6 | Oral & lip care (toothpaste, mouthwash) | 0.62% |
| Category 7A | Rinse-off hair products | 0.077% |
| Category 7B | Leave-on hair products | 0.077% |
| Category 8 | Significant anogenital exposure | 0.026% |
| Category 9 | Rinse-off body & hand (soap, shower gel) | 0.15% |
| Category 10A | Household care, non-spray | 0.15% |
| Category 10B | Household aerosol / spray | 0.62% |
| Category 11A | Skin contact, minimal transfer (e.g. wipes) | 0.026% |
| Category 11B | Skin contact, minimal transfer (e.g. fabrics) | 0.026% |
| Category 12 | Not intended for skin contact (candles, detergents) | 12% |
Where to buy
Available from 3 suppliers, from $3.95.
| Supplier | Manufacturer | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fraterworks | IFF | from $3.95 | View → |
| Perfumer Supply House | — | from $9 | View → |
| The Perfumer's Apprentice | IFF | from $6.50 | View → |
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