Musk Xylene
Musk · CAS 81-15-2 · 1 supplier
What it smells like
Musk Xylene delivers the classic gentlemen's shaving musk with distinctive soapy, fatty qualities perfect for fougère compositions.
At a glance
| Scent family | Musk |
| CAS number | 81-15-2 |
| Uses | Historical fougère reconstructions, classic men's cologne character, blending with other nitro musks. |
| Longevity | Lasts > 400 hours on a smelling strip. |
| Appearance | Fine white crystals |
IFRA usage limits (44th 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 | Prohibited |
| Category 2 | Deodorants & antiperspirants | Prohibited |
| Category 3 | Eye products, men's facial creams (fingertip) | Prohibited |
| Category 4 | Fine fragrance, hydroalcoholic on skin | Prohibited |
| Category 5A | Body lotion | Prohibited |
| Category 5B | Face moisturiser | Prohibited |
| Category 5C | Hand cream | Prohibited |
| Category 5D | Baby cream, oil & talc | Prohibited |
| Category 6 | Oral & lip care (toothpaste, mouthwash) | Prohibited |
| Category 7A | Rinse-off hair products | Prohibited |
| Category 7B | Leave-on hair products | Prohibited |
| Category 8 | Significant anogenital exposure | Prohibited |
| Category 9 | Rinse-off body & hand (soap, shower gel) | Prohibited |
| Category 10A | Household care, non-spray | Prohibited |
| Category 10B | Household aerosol / spray | Prohibited |
| Category 11A | Skin contact, minimal transfer (e.g. wipes) | Prohibited |
| Category 11B | Skin contact, minimal transfer (e.g. fabrics) | Prohibited |
| Category 12 | Not intended for skin contact (candles, detergents) | Prohibited |
Where to buy
Available from 1 supplier, from $5.95.
| Supplier | Manufacturer | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fraterworks | Fraterworks | from $5.95 | View → |
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