Hexyl Benzoate
Balsamic · CAS 6789-88-4 · 2 suppliers
What it smells like
Hexyl Benzoate delivers a fresh balsamic character with clean woody notes, embodying the scent of freshly stripped cypress twigs ready for distillation—sappy, coniferous, and bright with sweet-herbaceous undertones.
At a glance
| Scent family | Balsamic |
| CAS number | 6789-88-4 |
| Uses | Functions as an exceptional modifier and blender; supports labdanum accords; extends middle note tenacity. |
| Typical usage | 0.05% in a perfume compound |
| Longevity | Lasts 192 hours on a smelling strip. |
| Appearance | Colourless liquid |
| INCI name | HEXYL BENZOATE |
| IUPAC name | hexyl benzoate |
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 | Fraterworks | from $3.95 | View → |
| The Perfumer's Apprentice | — | from $6.50 | View → |
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