Coumarin 10

Coumarin is a crystallised solid in its pure form. Here we provide a pre-dissolved solution in DPG for your convenience. We do however have the pure crystal form available here if you prefer to work with the pure form of this material.

Coumarin possesses the delicate characteristic sweet odour of Tonka absolute in which it makes up the majority constituent and is probably best known for being the first synthetic material to be used in the art of perfumery.

Extensively used in perfumery to support herbaceous odours, Lavender, Rosemary, Oakmoss, Citrus oils and as a fixative in numerous types of fragrances.

Product specification.

CAS No: 91-64-5
Odour description (decreasing): Sweet, Hay, Tonka, New-mown-hay
Usage: Effective from the smallest traces, through to 1%
Odour Strength: High, recommend smelling in a 10% solution or less
Substantivity: > 364 hour(s) at 10% in DPG
Solvent: DPG to give a 10% solution of Coumarin
Synonyms: 1-benzopyran-2-one
IFRA: Restricted – View the standard here and the full library of standards here

Signal word: Warning

Contains: Coumarin

Hazard statements:

• H302 Harmful if swallowed.
• H317 May cause an allergic skin reaction.
• H412 Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects.

Precautionary statements:

• P261 Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray.
• P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.
• P302+P352+P333+P313 IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of soap and water. If Skin Irritation or rash occurs. Get medical advice / attention.