About this material
Cashmeran by IFF is a modern icon of perfumery—an olfactive signature that wraps compositions in a sensual veil of warmth, texture, and radiance.
At once diffusive and intimate, it reveals a captivating duality: a spicy, musk-like depth enriched by luminous floral reinforcement and softened by powdery, velvet-smooth nuances.
The result is an enveloping aura that feels both sophisticated and effortlessly addictive.
Its discovery is as intriguing as its scent. During the analysis of impurities within a gas chromatography trace, an IFF researcher identified an unusual hydrocarbon that sparked curiosity.
Through careful manipulation and oxidation, this unexpected molecule was transformed into what we now know as Cashmeran—a material that would go on to redefine the structure of modern fragrance accords.
In its pure form, Cashmeran is a solid, presenting challenges in handling and formulation.
Exceptionally versatile, Cashmeran excels across a wide spectrum of olfactive styles.
It pairs seamlessly with Timbersilk, Eugenol, Damascenone, and Citronellol, enhancing and amplifying their facets.
It is particularly prized in the creation of spicy carnation florals, rich orientals, textured woody accords, and musky amber compositions, where its diffusive warmth adds both body and lift.
Its impact in fine fragrance is undeniable. Used in striking concentrations—up to 25%—by renowned perfumers Maurice Roucel and Alessandro Gualtieri, Cashmeran plays a defining role in iconic creations such as Dans Tes Bras (Frederic Malle, 2008) and Duro (Nasomatto, 2007), where its tactile softness and woody sensuality are pushed to bold, expressive extremes.
In contemporary perfumery, Cashmeran is also a cornerstone of many Oud and Agarwood-inspired accords.
When paired with Kephalis, it acts as a seamless bridge between the dark, resinous woods and the animalic, musky depths of Oud.
Its subtle coniferous facets and delicate interplay of fruity-floral musk tones bring balance, refinement, and a distinctive modern signature to these compositions.
Elegant, innovative, and endlessly adaptable, Cashmeran remains an essential material for perfumers seeking to create fragrances with depth, texture, and a lasting emotional impression.
Scent character
Highlights from the material’s listed odour profile.
Note position
Top note · Heart note · Base note
Material character
A closer lookOdour strength
(recommend smelling in a 10.00 % solution or less)
Listed qualitative strength
Tenacity / substantivity
48 hour(s)
at 100%
Listed reference conditions
Supplied strength is 10% in DPG.
Fragrance development
Top note · Heart note · Base note
Illustrative note development · no measured evaporation data
Molecular identity

C14H22O
CAS-linked compound reference — (+-)-Cashmeran
This compound record is linked to the explicitly recorded CAS number. It is not supplier confirmation of the supplied grade, purity, stereochemistry, isomer proportions or complete composition.
Named active material only. These properties do not describe the complete supplied dilution or carrier.
- Reference molecular weight
- 206.32 g/mol
- Reference IUPAC name
- 1,1,2,3,3-pentamethyl-2,5,6,7-tetrahydroinden-4-one
More compound properties
Computed and structural reference properties for the named compound. These are not measured supplier specifications or properties of a complete dilution, mixture or batch.
- XLogP (computed)
- 3.3
- Exact mass (Da)
- 206.167065321
- Monoisotopic mass (Da)
- 206.167065321
- Topological polar surface area (Ų)
- 17.1
- Complexity
- 344
- Formal charge
- 0
- Hydrogen bond donors
- 0
- Hydrogen bond acceptors
- 1
- Rotatable bonds
- 0
- Heavy atoms
- 15
- Isotope atoms
- 0
- Atom stereocentres
- 1
- Bond stereocentres
- 0
- Covalent units
- 1
- SMILES
- CC1C(C2=C(C1(C)C)C(=O)CCC2)(C)C
- InChI
- InChI=1S/C14H22O/c1-9-13(2,3)10-7-6-8-11(15)12(10)14(9,4)5/h9H,6-8H2,1-5H3
- InChIKey
- MIZGSAALSYARKU-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Reference data checked 2026-10-27.
CAS 33704-61-9 · 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 | 33704-61-9 |
|---|---|
| Odour description (decreasing) | Musky, Spicy, Floral, Fruity, Rich, Musty |
| Odour strength | Medium (recommend smelling in a 10.00 % solution or less) |
| Perfumery use | Effective from the smallest traces, through to 2%Listed perfumery guidance; this is not an IFRA limit. |
| Substantivity | 48 hour(s) at 100% |
| Solvent | DPG to give a 10% solution of Cashmeran |
| Physical state | Liquid |
| Synonyms | 1, 1, 2, 3, 3-pentamethyl-2, 5, 6, 7-tetrahydroinden-4-one, 6,7-dihydro-1,1,2,3,3-pentamethyl-4(5h)-indanone, Musk Indanone |
| Supplier IFRA information | Catalogue copy mentions IFRA information, but no reviewed supplier-document record is available in this profile. No certificate, use limit or compliance status is confirmed. |
| 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. |
Additional listed details
Odour Description at 10.00 % in DPG: Rich, Spicy, Musk, Woody, Clean
Safety & handling
Contains: 33704-61-9 Dihydro pentamethylindanone
Hazard statements:
- H315 Causes skin irritation.
- H317 May cause an allergic skin reaction.
- H319 Causes serious eye irritation.
- H411 Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects.
Precautionary statements:
- P261 Avoid breathing dust.
- P264 Wash skin thoroughly after handling.
- P280 Wear protective gloves/ eye protection/ face protection.
- P333 + P313 If skin irritation or rash occurs: Get medical advice/ attention.
- P337 + P313 If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/attention.
- P391 Collect spillage.
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.
6,7-Dihydro-1,1,2,3,3-pentamethyl-4(5H)-indanone (DPMI)
RESTRICTION · CAS 33704-61-9
Category 4 — fine fragrance: 3.8% in the finished consumer product
All applicable specification, purity and other Standard conditions must also be met.
All IFRA categories and Standard conditions
| Category 1 | 0.0063% in the finished consumer product |
|---|---|
| Category 2 | 0.26% in the finished consumer product |
| Category 3 | 0.019% in the finished consumer product |
| Category 4 | 3.8% in the finished consumer product |
| Category 5A | 0.31% in the finished consumer product |
| Category 5B | 0.025% in the finished consumer product |
| Category 5C | 0.038% in the finished consumer product |
| Category 5D | 0.0084% in the finished consumer product |
| Category 6 | 0.0063% in the finished consumer product |
| Category 7A | 0.031% in the finished consumer product |
| Category 7B | 0.031% in the finished consumer product |
| Category 8 | 0.0084% in the finished consumer product |
| Category 9 | 0.13% in the finished consumer product |
| Category 10A | 0.13% in the finished consumer product |
| Category 10B | 0.28% in the finished consumer product |
| Category 11A | 0.0084% in the finished consumer product |
| Category 11B | 0.0084% in the finished consumer product |
| Category 12 | 9.4% in the finished consumer product |
CAS numbers (comment): The scope of this Standard includes, but is not limited to the CAS number(s) indicated above; any other CAS number(s) used to identify this fragrance ingredient should be considered in scope as well.
Contributions from other sources: None to consider
Flavor use consideration: Due to the possible ingestion of small amounts of fragrance ingredients from their use in products in Categories 1 and 6, materials must not only comply with IFRA Standards but must also be recognized as safe as a flavoring ingredient as defined by the IOFI Code of Practice (www.iofi.org). For more details see chapter 1 of the Guidance for the use of IFRA Standards.
IFRA Standard type: RESTRICTION
Intrinsic property driving the risk management measure: DERMAL SENSITIZATION AND SYSTEMIC TOXICITY
Amendment revised: 49
Existing creations deadline: February 10, 2022
New creations deadline: February 10, 2021
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.A petal backdrop
With rose and a simple floral accordExplore the musk material as a setting for a familiar flower. Compare the flower alone and the musk variation through the evaluation, focusing on the texture you perceive and whether the flower remains distinct against its new backdrop.
Quiet woods
With sandalwood and transparent woodsBuild a spare wood-and-musk study with only a few moving parts. Compare soft and dry wood directions separately, then choose the combination whose balance feels closest to your intended outline instead of adding every appealing note.
Clean brightness
With bergamot and an airy floral ideaTry a brighter musk direction with citrus as the opening contrast. Assess it beside a matching reference without the citrus, noting how the clean, floral or woody aspects you actually perceive develop over the evaluation.








Ryan (verified owner) –
Paul Ensell (verified owner) –
I bought this specifically to see it in combination to create a deeper amber accord and it adds so much with out changing the core of the scent. I need to use it more in different combinations to see how it will combine but it adds a soft warmish musky kind of mid layer.
jayeshharji (verified owner) –
Unusual, sweet yet not. Long lasting and unique.