Isocyclocitral
Green · CAS 1335-66-6 · 2 suppliers
What it smells like
Isocyclocitral delivers an intensely powerful green foliage character with wet earth nuances, sharp aldehydic lift, and the photorealistic scent of a flower shop's humid atmosphere.
At a glance
| Scent family | Green |
| CAS number | 1335-66-6 |
| Uses | Fougère freshness, chypre modernisation, floral stem effects requiring naturalistic green power. |
| Typical usage | 0.25% in a perfume compound |
| Longevity | Lasts 16 hours on a smelling strip. |
| Appearance | Colourless liquid |
| IUPAC name | 2,4,6-Trimethylcyclohex-3-ene-1-carbaldehyde |
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 | 0.54% |
| Category 2 | Deodorants & antiperspirants | 0.16% |
| Category 3 | Eye products, men's facial creams (fingertip) | 3.2% |
| Category 4 | Fine fragrance, hydroalcoholic on skin | 3% |
| Category 5A | Body lotion | 0.76% |
| Category 5B | Face moisturiser | 0.76% |
| Category 5C | Hand cream | 0.76% |
| Category 5D | Baby cream, oil & talc | 0.76% |
| Category 6 | Oral & lip care (toothpaste, mouthwash) | 1.8% |
| Category 7A | Rinse-off hair products | 6.1% |
| Category 7B | Leave-on hair products | 6.1% |
| Category 8 | Significant anogenital exposure | 0.32% |
| Category 9 | Rinse-off body & hand (soap, shower gel) | 5.9% |
| Category 10A | Household care, non-spray | 21% |
| Category 10B | Household aerosol / spray | 21% |
| Category 11A | Skin contact, minimal transfer (e.g. wipes) | 12% |
| Category 11B | Skin contact, minimal transfer (e.g. fabrics) | 12% |
| Category 12 | Not intended for skin contact (candles, detergents) | Unrestricted |
Where to buy
Available from 2 suppliers, from $2.95.
| Supplier | Manufacturer | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fraterworks | Vigon | from $2.95 | View → |
| The Perfumer's Apprentice | — | from $6.25 | View → |
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