About this material
Grisalva (I)
Grisalva is the essence of modern amber — a luminous reinterpretation of nature’s rarest olfactory treasure, ambergris.
Where natural ambergris is elusive and unpredictable, Grisalva offers a refined, consistent expression of its most captivating facets: radiant warmth, mineral softness, and an almost electric skin-like sensuality.
Its profile evokes sun-warmed driftwood washed ashore after long ocean journeys, supple suede leather gently warmed by the body, and the intimate, salty warmth of clean skin.
There is a quiet sophistication to its presence — never loud, yet unmistakably present — creating an aura that feels both deeply personal and effortlessly expansive.
As it develops, Grisalva reveals a remarkable textural quality.
Unlike sharper, more metallic amber molecules, it unfolds with a creamy, velvety smoothness, diffusing in soft waves rather than sharp projections.
This gives compositions a polished, almost weightless elegance, allowing other notes to breathe while subtly elevating their presence.
It acts not only as a base note, but as an atmospheric enhancer — a material that shapes the space around a fragrance rather than simply sitting within it.
In formulation, Grisalva is exceptionally versatile. It can be used in trace amounts to introduce a natural ambergris nuance, or more assertively to construct a full modern amber accord.
It binds compositions together with invisible precision, smoothing transitions between top, heart, and base notes, while imparting a continuous, skin-like warmth that feels alive throughout the wear.
Perfumers prize Grisalva for its rare balance: depth without density, diffusion without harshness, and sensuality without overt animalic heaviness.
It lends a refined structure to woody, oriental, musky, and even fresh compositions, enhancing longevity while maintaining clarity and transparency.
On skin and blotter alike, its substantivity is exceptional.
Hours after application, it remains as a soft, persistent aura — a whispering trail rather than a fading note.
This lingering presence is what transforms a fragrance from something merely worn into something experienced — a scent that becomes part of the wearer’s identity.
A true signature material, Grisalva does not dominate — it elevates, refines, and completes.
It leaves behind a trail that is at once addictive, elegant, and quietly unforgettable, embodying the modern ideal of luxury: understated, intimate, and enduring.
Scent character
Highlights from the material’s listed odour profile.
Note position
Base note
Material character
A closer lookOdour strength
Listed qualitative strength
Tenacity / substantivity
48+ hour(s) at 100%
Listed reference conditions
Supplied strength is 1% in DPG.
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
| CAS number | 68611-23-4 |
|---|---|
| Odour description (decreasing) | Ambergris, Animalic, Dry, Amber, Soft, Leather, Woody, Driftwood, Musky, Skin, Subtle, Metallic, Fresh, Powerful, Diffusive |
| Odour strength | Medium |
| Perfumery use | Effective from the very smallest traces, through to 0.5%Listed perfumery guidance; this is not an IFRA limit. |
| Substantivity | 48+ hour(s) at 100% |
| Solvent | DPG to give a 1% solution of Grisalva |
| Physical state | Liquid |
| Synonyms | Amber Furan, Synthetic Ambergris, Grisalva (IFF) |
| Recorded name / preparation | 1-(2,6,6-Trimethyl-2-cyclohexen-1-yl)-3-pentanone, reaction products with 2-propyn-1-ol |
| Named active molecular formula | C₁₇H₂₈O₂ |
| 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: 68611-23-4 TRIMETHYL-2-CYCLOHEXENYL-3-PENTANONE/2-PROPYNOL
Hazard statements:
- H410 Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects.
Precautionary statements:
- P391 Collect spillage.
- P501 Dispose of contents/ container to an approved waste disposal plant.
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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