About this material
Azarbre
Azarbre by Givaudan exudes a comforting honey essence complemented by hints of desiccated blooms.
It is renowned for its multifaceted scent, characterised by:
Honeyed warmth: A subtle sweetness reminiscent of beeswax and dried flowers.
Woody and rooty undertones: Evoking the aroma of old books, antique shops, hay, and iris roots.
Floral aspects: Notes akin to chrysanthemum stems and orris, adding depth and complexity.
This combination makes Azarbre a versatile component in fragrance compositions, particularly effective in creating rich, honeyed floral accords.
Azarbre functions primarily as a heart note and is valued for its ability to bridge floral and woody elements within a fragrance.
It synergises well with ionones, enhancing violet and orris notes and complements materials like Alpha Damascone, Tobacco Absolute and Agarwood.
Typical usage levels range from 0.1% to 10% of the fragrance composition, depending on the desired intensity and effect .
When applied at 2 to 3%, it intensifies the impact of ionones.
Elevating the quantity to a maximum of 10% harmonises the woody and floral elements of a fragrance.
Ideal for floral scents with honeyed sweetness.
Scent character
Highlights from the material’s listed odour profile.
Note position
Heart note
Material character
A closer lookOdour strength
Listed qualitative strength
Tenacity / substantivity
24 hour(s)
at 100%
Listed reference conditions
Supplied strength is 10% in DPG.
Fragrance development
Heart note
Illustrative note development · no measured evaporation data
Compound reference
Raw-material reference
This is a published reference for the named raw material. It is not a measured specification, supplier certificate or complete composition of the supplied product or dilution.
- Reference molecular formula
- C12H20O
- Reference molecular weight
- 180.2 g/mol
The manufacturer identifies the named chemical as the main component. This does not establish complete supplied composition.
Givaudan Azarbre published ingredient reference · checked 2026-10-27.
Fragrance allergen reference
Generic regulatory reference only. This is not a supplier allergen declaration, measured composition, allergen-free claim or finished-product labelling assessment.
Raw undiluted material reference. These data refer to the named active material, not the complete supplied dilution. A raw-material IFRA ceiling is not a use level for this diluted product. The assessor must account for the actual concentration, carrier and all other formula contributions.
European Union / Northern Ireland
No direct listed-entry CAS match in this jurisdiction’s held reference set. This does not mean the material is allergen-free. Constituents, grouped entries and natural-material composition may require further review.
Finished-cosmetic declaration thresholds: greater than 0.001% leave-on; greater than 0.01% rinse-off. Apply the current target-market rules to the actual complete formulation; no concentration is inferred here.
Commission Regulation (EU) 2023/1545 · Regulation (EU) 2023/1545 with 11 November 2025 corrigendum; checked 2026-10-26.
Held EU transition dates: placing noncompliant products on the market until 2026-07-31; making them available until 2028-07-31. Check applicability and current law for the intended market. 2025 corrigendum.
Great Britain
No direct listed-entry CAS match in this jurisdiction’s held reference set. This does not mean the material is allergen-free. Constituents, grouped entries and natural-material composition may require further review.
Finished-cosmetic declaration thresholds: greater than 0.001% leave-on; greater than 0.01% rinse-off. Apply the current target-market rules to the actual complete formulation; no concentration is inferred here.
Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009, Annex III (Great Britain) · legislation.gov.uk current text checked 2026-10-26.
Current supplier composition or allergen declarations are required to assess naturals, bases, mixtures and actual concentrations. Reference data checked 2026-10-26; bundle 2026-10-27. Supplementary private documents remain separate.
Product specification
| CAS number | 68845-36-3 |
|---|---|
| Odour description (decreasing) | Gourmand, Honey, Woody, Dried Flowers, Old Books, Orris |
| Odour strength | Medium |
| Perfumery use | Effective from small amounts through to 10%Listed perfumery guidance; this is not an IFRA limit. |
| Substantivity | 24 hour(s) at 100% |
| Solvent | DPG to give a 10% solution of Azarbre |
| Physical state | Liquid |
| Synonyms | Diethyl Dimethyl-2-Cyclohexenone |
| Recorded name / preparation | 3,5-Diethyl-2,3-dimethyl-5-cyclohexen-1-one |
| Named active molecular formula | C12H20O |
| IFRA document scope | Where an IFRA document is shared with the raw material, it refers to the raw, undiluted material. It is supplied as a reference for this diluted product; its stated limits are not limits for the supplied dilution. Check the document scope and assess the intended finished formulation. This notice does not confirm that a document is available. |
Safety & handling
Hazard statements:
- May be harmful if swallowed.
- Causes skin irritation.
Precautionary statements:
- Wash thoroughly after handling.
- Wear protective gloves.
- IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of water. Call a POISON CENTER/doctor if you feel unwell. If skin irritation occurs: Get medical advice/attention. Take off contaminated clothing and wash it before reuse.
- Store away from incompatible materials.
- Dispose of waste and residues in accordance with local authority requirements.
100% of the substance consists of component(s) of unknown acute dermal toxicity. 100% of the substance consists of component(s) of unknown acute inhalation toxicity. 100% of the substance consists of component(s) of unknown acute hazards to the aquatic environment. 100% of the substance consists of component(s) of unknown long-term hazards to the aquatic environment.
Professional/Industrial use only.
Datasheets & customer documents
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Documentation Supply PolicyIFRA formulation guide
Generic reference only — not an IFRA certificate, compliance decision or use recommendation. The Responsible Person and qualified safety assessor must assess the actual finished formula using current applicable IFRA Standards, supplementary documentation where available and the CPSR.
Raw undiluted material reference. These data refer to the named active material, not the complete supplied dilution. A raw-material IFRA ceiling is not a use level for this diluted product. The assessor must account for the actual concentration, carrier and all other formula contributions.
Source: 51st Amendment overview, held source checked 2026-10-21. Bundle 2026-10-27. Individual Standards prevail over the overview.
No direct IFRA overview entry matched the recorded CAS in this held dataset. This does not mean unrestricted use, absence of relevant Standards or compliance. Constituent restrictions may still apply.
IFRA source overview · Individual IFRA Standards and supplementary documentation
Supplier certificates and private documents are separate evidence. Their availability does not determine whether this generic guide is shown. This is a dated local reference, not a live regulatory feed.
Creative ideas to explore
Creative directions, not tested formulas.Sweetness and grain
With sandalwood and dry wood notesExplore a gourmand sketch framed by wood rather than more sweetness. Compare a creamy wood direction with a drier one, deciding whether the material works best as the centre of the idea or as a softer background.
Citrus confection
With bergamot and a peel directionTry a contrast between the gourmand character and a citrus opening. Compare a peel-led version with a sweeter reference, looking for a balance that evokes your intended confection without turning every part of the composition sweet.
Petal cream
With rose and a soft floral accordSet the gourmand material beside a familiar flower for a petal-and-cream concept. Evaluate the floral reference and the sweeter variation together, then choose whether the result should remain recognisably floral or move towards a dessert impression.







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