About this material
Civet Absolute Replacer (F)
Civette Synth 039648
This synthetic Civet absolute replacer elevates fragrance creation with an ethically formulated, animal‑free interpretation of natural civet — historically one of perfumery’s most prized and controversial musks.
It delivers exceptional depth and character: a compelling animalic signature that is simultaneously fecal, floral, honeyed and musky, yet refined for modern fine fragrance use.
Civette Synth enlivens and anchors compositions, offering sensual complexity in floral bouquets, oriental warmth in amber blends, and bold personality in chypre and woody accords.
Its potent trail and lasting power make it ideal for perfumers seeking to impart unforgettable richness and emotional resonance — without ethical compromise.
Strong fixative properties; enhances longevity and base richness in complex compositions (typical of animalic bases)
- Ethical & Performance‑Driven: Provides a balanced animalic warmth while aligning with modern industry standards and ethical sourcing — no animal civet used.
- Blending Versatility: Especially effective with jasmines, rose facets, amber woods, musks and oriental bases — blending seamlessly to enrich body and longevity.
Almost always used as a trace note or accent, blended with floral, amber, chypre, or oriental accords.
Even a few drops can dramatically enhance depth, longevity, and animalic warmth without overpowering the composition.
Subtle at 0.1%
Synthetic civet is highly potent but can be very subtle at low concentrations like 0.1%. This is normal—human sensitivity varies, and the scent often blends into a fragrance rather than standing out on its own.
Even when not immediately noticeable, it contributes a warm, animalic lift that enhances complexity in your composition.
Slightly higher concentrations or blending with other notes will make its character more perceptible.
Scent character
Highlights from the material’s listed odour profile.
Note position
Base note
Material character
A closer lookOdour strength
(recommend smelling in a 1% solution or less)
Listed qualitative strength
Tenacity / substantivity
400+ hour(s) at 100%
Listed reference conditions
Supplied strength is 0.1% in TEC.
Fragrance development
Base note
Illustrative note development · no measured evaporation data
Molecular identity
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
| Odour description (decreasing) | Animalic, Fecal, Floral, Honey, Musk, Extremely Powerful |
|---|---|
| Odour strength | High (recommend smelling in a 1% solution or less) |
| Perfumery use | Effective from the smallest traces, through to 0.5%Listed perfumery guidance; this is not an IFRA limit. |
| Substantivity | 400+ hour(s) at 100% |
| Solvent | TEC to give a 0.1% solution of Civet Absolute Replacer (Civette Synth 039648) |
| Physical state | Liquid |
| Synonyms | Synthetic Civet, Civet Base, Civet Absolute Recreation |
| Recorded name / preparation | Civette Synth |
| 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. |
Safety & handling
Contains: 3-Methylcyclopentadecenone,Cyclopentadecanolide
Hazard Inducers:
- Oxacyclohexadecan-2-one
Hazard statements:
- H317 May cause an allergic skin reaction.
- H412 Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects.
Precautionary statements:
- P272 Contaminated work clothing should not be allowed out of the workplace.
- P273 Avoid release to the environment.
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.
- P302+P352 IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of soap and water.
- P333+P313 If skin irritation or rash occurs: 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.
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.Living petals
With a pared-back rose accordExplore a floral study that places the animalic character beside a recognisable rose. Keep a floral-only reference and compare the changing impression, looking for the point where an intriguing accent begins to obscure the flower.
Soft leather sketch
With leather and smooth wood notesUse a restrained leather direction as a setting for the material’s listed character. Compare a wood-focused version with a softer one, recording whether the result suggests worn texture, warmth or a contrast you would avoid.
Warmth in shadow
With amber and a musk directionTry an amber-and-musk setting as an alternative to the floral study. Evaluate the animalic contribution against a matching reference and allow the blend to develop before deciding whether the accent belongs in the final concept.





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