Kephalis

Kephalis builds warmth through layers of dry wood, amber and softly cured tobacco.

Its character is rich and enveloping, with enough woody dryness to give the warmer facets definition.

The result is a material that can bring both depth and an expansive sense of volume to the heart and base of a fragrance.

Honeyed, herbal and subtly leathery nuances run through this woody-amber body, with a fine smoky edge adding shadow.

These facets make it especially rewarding in compositions that need texture: warm woods, tobacco, dark florals and resinous themes all offer different ways to explore its character.

Its persistent presence helps carry a woody theme through the dry-down.

Used as a supporting material, it can give a fragrance a fuller foundation; placed more prominently, its tobacco-amber warmth becomes an important part of the fragrance’s identity.

Odour profile

The main impression is warm, woody and ambery, with a rounded tobacco-like depth.

A honeyed softness gives the dry wood a gentle sweetness, while herbal and leathery touches add detail around its edges.

The smoky nuance is one element within this broader profile.

It is useful to think of the material as textured warmth: dry and softly sweet facets working together, with a lasting woody body beneath them.

Using Kephalis in perfumery

Use it to develop woody-amber bases, deepen tobacco accords and give aromatic compositions a warmer foundation.

In an oud-style accord, explore how its dry wood, tobacco and leather facets interact with darker resinous and earthy notes.

Kephalis also works well around floral themes such as rose, jasmine, violet and lavender.

Its warmth can give those notes a richer setting while allowing their individual character to remain clear.

Compare the opening, heart and dry-down when adjusting the balance, particularly where a light floral theme sits above a substantial woody base.

Creative pairings

Explore ISO E Super for an airy woody setting, or Cashmeran for a more textured woody-musky direction.

Cedar and patchouli can emphasise dryness and depth; sandalwood notes can soften the overall impression.

Rose and a restrained leathery accord offer a rich contrast to its tobacco warmth.

For a softer amber direction, explore benzoin or tonka notes, keeping the sweetness in proportion to the wood.

Lavender and aromatic herbs provide another route, bringing freshness and definition above the warm base.

Product specification.

CAS No: 36306-87-3
Odour Description (decreasing): Rich, Warm, Woody, Amber, Tobacco, Honeyed, Herbal, Leathery, Slightly Smoky
Odour Strength: Medium (recommend smelling in a 10.00 % solution or less)
Usage: Effective from the smallest traces, through to 8%
Substantivity: 96 hour(s) at 100%
Solvent: None
Synonyms: Woody Cyclohexanone, Tetramethyl Ethoxy Vinyl Cyclohexanone
Name: 4-(1-ethoxyethenyl)-3, 3, 5, 5-tetramethylcyclohexan-1-one
Molecular Formula: C₁₄H₂₄O₂
IFRA:

Signal word: Warning

Hazard statements:

• H315 Causes skin irritation.
• H411 Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects.

Precautionary statements:

• P264 Wash thoroughly after handling.
• P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.
• P273 Avoid release to the environment.
• P302+352 IF ON SKIN: Wash with soap and water.
• P332+313 If skin irritation occurs: Get medical advice/attention.
• P362 Take off contaminated clothing and wash before reuse.
• P501 Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local regulations.

Professional/Industrial use only.