Lyral
Floral · CAS 31906-04-4 · 2 suppliers
What it smells like
Lyral has a soft, delicate floral character reminiscent of lily of the valley (muguet), cyclamen, and lilac, with distinctive aldehydic, powdery qualities and subtle green-citrus nuances.
At a glance
| Scent family | Floral |
| CAS number | 31906-04-4 |
| Uses | Created authentic lily of the valley accords, enhanced floral compositions, and provided exceptional tenacity and diffusion as a blending agent. |
| Typical usage | 2.5% in a perfume compound |
| Longevity | Lasts > 400 hours on a smelling strip. |
| Appearance | Colourless liquid |
| INCI name | HYDROXYISOHEXYL 3-CYCLOHEXENE CARBOXALDEHYDE |
| IUPAC name | 4-(4-Hydroxy-4-methylpentyl)cyclohex-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 | 0.02% |
| Category 2 | Deodorants & antiperspirants | 0.02% |
| Category 3 | Eye products, men's facial creams (fingertip) | 0.1% |
| Category 4 | Fine fragrance, hydroalcoholic on skin | 0.2% |
| Category 5A | Body lotion | 0.2% |
| Category 5B | Face moisturiser | 0.2% |
| Category 5C | Hand cream | 0.2% |
| Category 5D | Baby cream, oil & talc | 0.067% |
| Category 6 | Oral & lip care (toothpaste, mouthwash) | 0.2% |
| Category 7A | Rinse-off hair products | 0.02% |
| Category 7B | Leave-on hair products | 0.02% |
| Category 8 | Significant anogenital exposure | 0.067% |
| Category 9 | Rinse-off body & hand (soap, shower gel) | 0.2% |
| Category 10A | Household care, non-spray | 0.2% |
| Category 10B | Household aerosol / spray | 0.2% |
| Category 11A | Skin contact, minimal transfer (e.g. wipes) | 0.067% |
| Category 11B | Skin contact, minimal transfer (e.g. fabrics) | 0.067% |
| Category 12 | Not intended for skin contact (candles, detergents) | 91% |
Where to buy
Available from 2 suppliers, from $3.95.
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