Norlimbanol
Woody · CAS 70788-30-6 · 3 suppliers
What it smells like
Norlimbanol® Dextro delivers an incredibly powerful woody-amber signature with penetrating animalic dryness, elegant musky warmth, subtle sandalwood aspects, and patchouli-direction nuances creating an exceptionally diffusive and tenacious "extreme desiccation" effect that influences the complete olfactory pyramid.
At a glance
| Scent family | Woody |
| CAS number | 70788-30-6 |
| Uses | Primarily used as a potent performance enhancer, fixative, and structural element across the entire fragrance pyramid, particularly in woody, ambery, fougère, and leather compositions. |
| Typical usage | 0.25% in a perfume compound |
| Longevity | Lasts > 2 weeks on a smelling strip. |
| Appearance | Colourless viscous liquid |
| IUPAC name | (+)−(3R)−1−(2,2,6-trimethylcyclohexyl)hexan-3-ol |
IFRA usage limits (51st 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 | 0.17% |
| Category 2 | Deodorants & antiperspirants | 0.071% |
| Category 3 | Eye products, men's facial creams (fingertip) | 0.51% |
| Category 4 | Fine fragrance, hydroalcoholic on skin | 1.3% |
| Category 5A | Body lotion | 0.34% |
| Category 5B | Face moisturiser | 0.34% |
| Category 5C | Hand cream | 0.34% |
| Category 5D | Baby cream, oil & talc | 0.11% |
| Category 6 | Oral & lip care (toothpaste, mouthwash) | 0.17% |
| Category 7A | Rinse-off hair products | 0.51% |
| Category 7B | Leave-on hair products | 0.51% |
| Category 8 | Significant anogenital exposure | 0.11% |
| Category 9 | Rinse-off body & hand (soap, shower gel) | 2.6% |
| Category 10A | Household care, non-spray | 0.68% |
| Category 10B | Household aerosol / spray | 4.7% |
| Category 11A | Skin contact, minimal transfer (e.g. wipes) | 0.11% |
| Category 11B | Skin contact, minimal transfer (e.g. fabrics) | 0.11% |
| Category 12 | Not intended for skin contact (candles, detergents) | Unrestricted |
Where to buy
Available from 3 suppliers, from $4.95.
| Supplier | Manufacturer | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fraterworks | Firmenich | from $4.95 | View → |
| Perfumer Supply House | Takasago | from $10 | View → |
| The Perfumer's Apprentice | Firmenich | from $8.75 | View → |
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