Galaxolide 50 IPM

Elevate your compositions with Galaxolide 50 IPM by International Flavors & Fragrances (IFF) — a cornerstone of modern perfumery and an indispensable tool for creating depth, radiance, and lasting allure.

Galaxolide 50 IPM is a powerful, clean, and remarkably versatile iso-chroman musk, prized for its exceptional persistence and refined olfactory profile.

Its character approaches the sophistication of macrocyclic musks, delivering a soft yet diffusive aura that enhances compositions with a smooth, enveloping warmth.

Elegant yet unobtrusive, it imparts a polished “second skin” effect that lingers beautifully on fabric and skin alike.

Renowned for its strength and clarity, Galaxolide functions as an outstanding fixative, extending the life of delicate top and heart notes while seamlessly binding accords together.

It is most often used in synergy with other musks, where it amplifies volume and cohesion without overwhelming the composition.

A true icon in fragrance design, Galaxolide is a key component of the legendary Grojsman Accord — also known as the “Hug Me” accord — developed by master perfumer Sophia Grojsman.

Blended in near-equal parts with Iso E Super, Hedione, and Methyl Ionone Gamma, this accord revolutionised modern perfumery with its radiant, diffusive softness.

It became a defining signature of 1990s feminine fragrances, influencing creations such as Trésor by Lancôme, Spellbound by Estée Lauder, releases from Chopard, and Dune by Dior.

Despite its luxurious effect, Galaxolide remains one of the most accessible and widely used musks in large-scale perfumery — a rare balance of performance, elegance, and value.

Its subtle nature means that, to the untrained nose, it can be difficult to detect in isolation.

Yet within a composition, its presence is unmistakable: enhancing softness, longevity, and the overall harmony of the fragrance.

Galaxolide 50 IPM is not merely an ingredient — it is a foundational building block for modern scent creation, bringing quiet sophistication and enduring beauty to every formula.

Product specification.

CAS No: 1222-05-5
Odour Description (decreasing): Musky, Sweet, Fresh, Powdery, Clean
Odour Strength: Medium (recommend smelling in a 10.00 % solution or less)
Usage: Effective from the smallest traces, through to 40%
Substantivity: 400 hour(s) at 100%
Solvent: IPM to give a 50% Solution of Galaxolide
Synonyms: Musk G, Musk GX 50, Astromusk, Galaxolid, 1,3,4,6,7,8-hexahydro-4,6,6,7,8,8-hexamethylcyclopenta(g)-2-benzopyran, Hexahydro-hexamethylcyclopenta-benzopyran, 4,6,6,7,8,8-hexamethyl-1,3,4,7-tetrahydrocyclopenta[g]isochromene
Molecular Formula: C₁₈H₂₆O
IFRA:

Signal word: Warning

Hazard statements:

• H410 Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects.

Precautionary statements:

• P273 Avoid release to the environment.
• P391 Collect spillage.
• P501 Dispose of contents/ container to an approved waste disposal plant.