Paratolyl Aldehyde
Fruity · CAS 104-87-0 · 2 suppliers
What it smells like
Para Tolyl Aldehyde delivers a powerful cherry note reminiscent of maraschino cherries with bitter almond undertones, warm phenolic depth, and subtle spicy-cinnamic nuances that develop into a powdery, coumarinic drydown.
At a glance
| Scent family | Fruity |
| CAS number | 104-87-0 |
| Uses | Creates cherry accords, enhances floral compositions like heliotrope and lilac, adds fruity warmth to gourmand and oriental fragrances. |
| Typical usage | 0.93% in a perfume compound |
| Longevity | Lasts 120 hours on a smelling strip. |
| Appearance | Colourless liquid |
| INCI name | 4-METHYLBENZALDEHYDE |
| IUPAC name | 4-Methylbenzaldehyde |
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 | Unrestricted |
| Category 2 | Deodorants & antiperspirants | 94% |
| Category 3 | Eye products, men's facial creams (fingertip) | Unrestricted |
| Category 4 | Fine fragrance, hydroalcoholic on skin | 48% |
| Category 5A | Body lotion | Unrestricted |
| Category 5B | Face moisturiser | 12% |
| Category 5C | Hand cream | Unrestricted |
| Category 5D | Baby cream, oil & talc | 12% |
| Category 6 | Oral & lip care (toothpaste, mouthwash) | Unrestricted |
| Category 7A | Rinse-off hair products | 98% |
| Category 7B | Leave-on hair products | Unrestricted |
| Category 8 | Significant anogenital exposure | Unrestricted |
| Category 9 | Rinse-off body & hand (soap, shower gel) | 9% |
| Category 10A | Household care, non-spray | 3% |
| Category 10B | Household aerosol / spray | 52% |
| Category 11A | Skin contact, minimal transfer (e.g. wipes) | 37% |
| 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 | Ventos | from $2.95 | View → |
| The Perfumer's Apprentice | — | from $6.50 | View → |
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