Isophytol

Isophytol is a specialist aroma-chemical raw material with a clear appearance and a notably discreet odour profile.

Unlike highly expressive fragrance ingredients selected for an immediately recognisable scent, Isophytol is better understood as a technically focused material for controlled formulation, synthesis and professional product development.

Its minimal aromatic presence makes it relevant where formulators require a material that does not impose a strong floral, fruity, woody or spicy signature upon the surrounding composition.

Odour profile

The supplied Isophytol is described as having no noticeable odour.

It should therefore not be presented as a conventional character ingredient or selected for the purpose of creating a strong fragrance note.

Its value lies in its comparatively neutral sensory profile and specialist chemical identity.

This distinguishes it from materials designed primarily to provide top, heart or base-note impact.

Using Isophytol in formulation

Isophytol may be considered for specialist technical applications, laboratory work and controlled formulation development where its particular chemical properties are required.

It can be useful when a formulator specifically needs Isophytol while wishing to avoid the strong aromatic interference associated with conventional perfume ingredients.

Using Isophytol as a fixative

Within fragrance development, Isophytol may be evaluated as a discreet fixative and background-support material.

Its minimal odour profile makes it particularly useful when greater persistence and continuity are required without introducing a prominent floral, fruity, woody or spicy character.

Rather than creating an obvious note of its own, it may help to anchor more volatile materials, soften transitions between the opening and drydown and support the lasting diffusion of the overall accord.

This can be especially valuable in delicate floral, green, tea-inspired, herbal and modern woody compositions where a more assertive fixative could alter the intended character.

Fixative performance and its influence upon diffusion will depend upon the complete formula, concentration and surrounding materials.

Isophytol should therefore be introduced incrementally, assessed in dilution and evaluated throughout the full drydown before the final level is established.

This is a material for informed professional selection.

Customers should assess its suitability according to the intended formulation, technical objective and applicable regulatory requirements rather than purchasing it solely for an expected fragrance effect.

A considered technical material

For professional formulators, Isophytol offers a clean and technically refined raw-material option.

Its inclusion in a formulation should be deliberate and based upon the material’s functional relevance, supported by appropriate testing and review of the available safety documentation.

Product specification.

CAS No: 505-32-8
Odour Description (decreasing): Very Discreet, Faintly Sweet, Neutral, Fixative, Diffusive
Odour Strength: Very low; no noticeable odour
Usage: A specialist aroma-chemical raw material for controlled formulation, synthesis, laboratory work and professional product development. Primarily useful as a low-odour blending, diffusion and fixation aid where a perfumer wants additional body without imposing an obvious character. It can soften transitions and support floral, green, muguet, rose, jasmine, chypre and woody structures while allowing more distinctive ingredients to remain in focus.
Typical Use Percentage: 0.1–5% of the fragrance concentrate
Substantivity: 68 Hour(s) at 100%
Solvent: None
Flash Point: 135 °C
Physical Form: Liquid
Synonyms: Isophytyl Alcohol; 3,7,11,15-Tetramethylhexadec-1-en-3-ol; 1-Hexadecen-3-ol, 3,7,11,15-tetramethyl-
Name: Isophytol
Molecular Formula: C₂₀H₄₀O
IFRA: Refer to latest IFRA guidelines and product-specific IFRA certificate for safe use levels.

Signal word: Warning

Hazard statements:

• H315 Causes skin irritation.
• H410 Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects.

Precautionary statements:

• P264 Wash hands and other contacted skin thoroughly after handling.
• P273 Avoid release to the environment.
• P280 Wear protective gloves/eye protection/face protection.
• P302+P352 IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of soap and water.
• P332+P313 If skin irritation occurs: Get medical advice/attention.
• P362 Take off contaminated clothing and wash before reuse.
• P391 Collect spillage.
• P501 Dispose of contents/container to: approved disposal site.

Important: For professional formulation use. Review the Safety Data Sheet before handling, storage or use.