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L-Carvone

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Odour description (decreasing) Spearmint, Minty, Fresh, Herbal, Cooling, Sweet, Green

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SKU: L-CARVONE Category: Aroma Chemicals Material familiesGreen HerbalNote positionTop note Heart note Brand: Perfume Extract

Perfume Extract · Material profile

L-Carvone

Odour description (decreasing)

Spearmint, Minty, Fresh, Herbal, Cooling, Sweet, Green

Green Herbal Top noteHeart note

Herbal family inspiration

About this material

L-Carvone is a highly recognisable aroma chemical with a fresh, sweet-green spearmint character.

Cool and aromatic without the severe sharpness of some mint materials, it brings definition, clarity and an immediately uplifting quality to perfume and flavour-inspired fragrance concepts.

Its rounded mint profile can be used as a dominant signature or as a carefully controlled accent to brighten citrus, herbal, green and aromatic compositions.

Odour profile

L-Carvone is distinctly spearmint-like, combining cool herbal freshness with a softly sweet green undertone.

The effect is crisp and recognisable while remaining smoother and more rounded than an aggressively mentholated note.

This balance allows it to create freshness without necessarily making the complete composition feel medicinal or excessively cold.

Using L-Carvone in perfumery

L-Carvone is an essential building material for spearmint accords and can also enhance herbal, aromatic, citrus and green fragrances.

It provides immediate lift and can bring clarity to formulas containing dense woods, musks or sweet materials.

Within fresh compositions, it pairs naturally with lime, lemon and other citrus notes.

It can also introduce contrast to fruit accords, chocolate-inspired gourmands, tea concepts and contemporary botanical fragrances.

Used at restrained levels, its mint character can contribute a subtle cooling effect and sharpen the definition of surrounding green or aromatic materials.

Creative pairings

Consider L-Carvone alongside spearmint and peppermint materials, lime, lemon, bergamot, basil, lavender, green leaves, tea effects, chocolate accords, cedarwood and clean musks.

Its distinctive freshness makes it especially useful where a composition requires a precise, polished mint signature.

Scent character

Highlights from the material’s listed odour profile.

Note position

Top note · Heart note

TopOpening impression

HeartMain fragrance character

BaseLasting foundation

Open Ingredient Explorer

Odour strength

Very strong

Listed qualitative strength

Tenacity / substantivity

24 Hour(s)

at 100%

Listed reference conditions

Fragrance development

TopHeartBase

Top note · Heart note

Illustrative note development · no measured evaporation data

Recorded identity reference

Molecular identity

Molecular reference

2D structure for the named substance

C₁₀H₁₄O

Molecular weight: 150.22 g/mol
IUPAC name: (5R)-2-methyl-5-prop-1-en-2-ylcyclohex-2-en-1-one

More compound properties

Computed and structural reference properties for the named compound. These are not measured supplier specifications or properties of a complete dilution, mixture or batch.

XLogP (computed): 2.4
Exact mass (Da): 150.104465066
Monoisotopic mass (Da): 150.104465066
Topological polar surface area (Å²): 17.1
Complexity: 223
Formal charge: 0
Hydrogen bond donors: 0
Hydrogen bond acceptors: 1
Rotatable bonds: 1
Heavy atoms: 11
Isotope atoms: 0
Atom stereocentres: 1
Bond stereocentres: 0
Covalent units: 1
SMILES: CC1=CC[C@H](CC1=O)C(=C)C
InChI: InChI=1S/C10H14O/c1-7(2)9-5-4-8(3)10(11)6-9/h4,9H,1,5-6H2,2-3H3/t9-/m1/s1
InChIKey: ULDHMXUKGWMISQ-SECBINFHSA-N

Reference data checked 2026-10-27.

This molecular reference matches the catalogue’s recorded CAS and formula. It does not confirm the supplied grade, purity, stereochemistry, isomer proportions, composition, impurities or unlisted constituents.

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-material reference based on recorded CAS numbers. A CAS match identifies a reference entry; it does not verify the supplied grade, composition, purity or finished-product compliance. Naturals, bases and mixtures require composition review.

European Union / Northern Ireland

Carvone — Annex III entry 333; substance-group reference. Recorded CAS match only; composition and scope require assessment.

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.

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

Physical stateLiquidLiquid

CAS number	6485-40-1
Odour description (decreasing)	Spearmint, Minty, Fresh, Herbal, Cooling, Sweet, Green
Odour strength	Very strong
Perfumery use	A defining spearmint material for mint, oral-care, herbal, aromatic, fougère, tea, citrus and cooling fresh compositions. At low levels it can introduce crisp green lift; at higher controlled levels it creates an unmistakable sweet spearmint identity.Listed perfumery guidance; this is not an IFRA limit.
Typical use percentage	0.01–0.5% of the fragrance concentrate, subject to the applicable finished-product IFRA limit
Substantivity	24 Hour(s) at 100%
Solvent	None
Flash point	92 °C
Physical state	Liquid
Physical form	Liquid
Synonyms	(R)-(-)-Carvone; (-)-Carvone; Levo-Carvone; (R)-Carvone; L'Carvone; (5R)-2-Methyl-5-(prop-1-en-2-yl)cyclohex-2-en-1-one
Recorded name / preparation	l-1-methyl--4-isopropenyl-6-cyclohexen-2-one
Molecular formula	C₁₀H₁₄O

Safety & handling

Listed handling information1 hazard statement7 precautions

Signal word: Warning

Hazard statements:

H317 May cause an allergic skin reaction.

Precautionary statements:

P261 Avoid breathing vapour or dust.
P272 Contaminated work clothing should not be allowed out of the workplace.
P280 Wear protective gloves/eye protection/face protection.
P302+P352 IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of soap and water.
P333+P313 If skin irritation or rash occurs: Get medical advice/attention.
P363 Wash contaminated clothing before reuse.
P501 Dispose of contents/container to: approved disposal site.

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

Professional-use information

Datasheets & customer documents

Available documents are attached to eligible completed orders in your account.

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IFRA 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.

Source: 51st Amendment overview, held source checked 2026-10-21. Bundle 2026-10-27. Individual Standards prevail over the overview.

Carvone

RESTRICTION · CAS 2244-16-8, 6485-40-1, 99-49-0

Category 4 — fine fragrance: 0.59% in the finished consumer product

All applicable specification, purity and other Standard conditions must also be met.

All IFRA categories and Standard conditions

Category 1	0.2% in the finished consumer product
Category 2	0.06% in the finished consumer product
Category 3	0.02% in the finished consumer product
Category 4	0.59% in the finished consumer product
Category 5A	0.2% in the finished consumer product
Category 5B	0.039% in the finished consumer product
Category 5C	0.059% in the finished consumer product
Category 5D	0.013% in the finished consumer product
Category 6	0.66% in the finished consumer product
Category 7A	0.039% in the finished consumer product
Category 7B	0.039% in the finished consumer product
Category 8	0.013% in the finished consumer product
Category 9	0.18% in the finished consumer product
Category 10A	0.18% in the finished consumer product
Category 10B	0.43% in the finished consumer product
Category 11A	0.013% in the finished consumer product
Category 11B	0.013% in the finished consumer product
Category 12	17% in the finished consumer product

CAS numbers (comment): The scope of this Standard includes, but is not limited to the CAS number(s) indicated above; any other CAS number(s) used to identify this fragrance ingredient should be considered in scope as well.

Contributions from other sources: See Annex

Contributions from other sources: notes: The natural contribution of Carvone is determined by the sum of the natural contributions of each of its isomers.

Flavor use consideration: Due to the possible ingestion of small amounts of fragrance ingredients from their use in products in Categories 1 and 6, materials must not only comply with IFRA Standards but must also be recognized as safe as a flavoring ingredient as defined by the IOFI Code of Practice (www.iofi.org). For more details see chapter 1 of the Guidance for the use of IFRA Standards.

IFRA Standard type: RESTRICTION

Intrinsic property driving the risk management measure: DERMAL SENSITIZATION AND SYSTEMIC TOXICITY

Amendment revised: 49

Existing creations deadline: February 10, 2022

New creations deadline: February 10, 2021

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.

An aromatic opening

With bergamot and a peel accord

Explore a citrus-and-herb opening that keeps the herbal character distinct. Compare a brighter peel variation with a gentler citrus reference, noting whether the imagined result feels like a garden cologne or a more culinary aromatic study.

Herb among petals

With geranium and a floral accord

Place the herbal material beside a familiar flower, using the flower alone as your reference. Compare the green and floral impressions through the evaluation and decide whether the herb should read clearly or remain an accent.

Dry aromatic woods

With cedar-like and sandalwood directions

Build a simple herbal wood sketch and compare a dry wood option with a smoother one. Keep the aromatic material constant so the study reveals which setting gives your idea the clearest shape and most useful contrast.

Volume	10ml, 30ml, 100ml, 250ml, 500ml, 1l

Dilution Information

MaterialFragrance ingredient

Carrier / solventAs specified for the product

Supplied dilutionCheck the ratio and carrier

Concept illustration only; no dilution ratio or carrier is implied for this material. Refer to the product specification and label.

The suffix D forms part of the product name and indicates that the material is supplied as a dilution rather than at full strength.

POD = Precious Oil Dilution, typically intended for aromatherapy applications.

AOD = Absolute Oil Dilution, indicating that the product is supplied as a diluted absolute.

The dilution ratio and carrier/solvent are stated within the product specification and will also be shown on the product label.

IMPORTANT: Customers should always rely on the product specification when confirming the concentration and carrier/solvent supplied.

While we endeavour to ensure that product names and suffixes accurately reflect the material supplied, the product specification (including the stated dilution ratio and carrier/solvent) shall take precedence in the event of any omission, abbreviation, naming variation, or delayed update to a product title.

Please ensure you have selected the correct material, concentration, dilution ratio and carrier/solvent before completing your purchase.

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Handling precautions

For professional perfumery use only. Not for direct application to skin or ingestion. Keep out of reach of children.

Handle using the precautions specified for the material. Wear suitable protective gloves and eye protection where required.

Keep away from sources of ignition where applicable and avoid release to the environment.

Keep containers securely closed and store under the conditions specified on the product label and SDS. Keep liquid containers upright.

If swallowed or otherwise exposed, follow the SDS first-aid instructions and seek medical advice as appropriate. Do not induce vomiting unless directed by a medical professional.

Product-specific warnings, handling precautions and storage requirements take precedence over this general information.

Read the applicable SDS

A Safety Data Sheet (SDS) is available to logged in users who have purchased this item, where applicable.

Documents are not supplied before purchase.

Read the applicable SDS before handling or using the material. Follow its instructions for hazards, protective equipment, first aid, handling, storage and disposal.

An SDS provides information about the material supplied; it does not replace an assessment of the safety or compliance of a finished formulation.

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