Cyclamen Aldehyde

Cyclamen Aldehyde issuable in most compositions and its substantivity make it a very useful component. It is not as potent as other saturated aliphatic aldehydes, but is still best used in dilution.

Use where a sweet, floral character is required.

Cyclamen Aldehyde is more powerful and more stable than Hydroxycitronellal but lacks the tonality of the power.

Diffusive and powerful floral green, floral stem like odor with pronounced vegetable Cucumber Melon like notes.

Overall resembling the odor of Linden Blossom. Extensively used in perfumery for adding floral effects, fresh green floral top notes (of lasting fragrance), Blends well with the Ionones and all Rose notes.

It is a valuable perfumery material possessing an odor reminiscent of Cyclamen, Lily of the Valley, Lilac etc and is therefore useful in Lilac, Lily, Peony, Magnolia, Orange Blossom, Alpine Violet compositions.

It has not been found in nature and is solely a product of the laboratory. 

Highly resistant to alkalis and not irritating to the skin.

Product specification.

CAS No: 103-95-7
Odour description (decreasing): Floral Cyclamen, Fresh, Linden Blossom, Green, Rhubarb
Usage: Effective from the smallest traces up to a maximum of 0.95% of the fragrance concentrate
Substantivity: 72 hour(s) at 100%
Solvent: None
Synonyms: 2-Methyl-3-(p-Isopropylphenyl)Propionaldehyde, 3-(4-Propan-2-Ylphenyl)Butanal
IFRA: Restricted – View the standard here and the full library of standards here

Signal word: Warning

Hazard statements:

• H315 Causes skin irritation.
• H317 May cause an allergic skin reaction.
• H412 Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects.

Precautionary statements:

• P264 Wash thoroughly after handling.
• P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.
• P261 Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray.
• P272 Contaminated work clothing should not be allowed out of the workplace.
• P273 Avoid release to the environment.
• P302+P352 IF ON SKIN: Wash with soap and water.
• P362 Take off contaminated clothing and wash before reuse.
• P333+P313 If skin irritation or a rash occurs: Get medical advice/attention.
• P501 Dispose of contents/ container in accordance with national regulations.