About this material
Vertofix Coeur
Vertofix Coeur by IFF is a quietly powerful ingredient—an understated cornerstone that lends both structure and sensuality to fine fragrance compositions.
Prized by perfumers for its exceptional performance, it functions not only as a superb fixative but as a remarkably versatile blending partner, seamlessly enhancing and harmonising with a wide spectrum of materials.
At its heart, Vertofix Coeur unveils a refined warmth: a soft, ambery diffusion that envelops a composition with elegance and depth.
Its presence is never overwhelming; rather, it reveals itself with restraint and sophistication, making it most effective when used sparingly.
In this measured application, it elevates a fragrance from within—prolonging longevity while imparting a subtle, radiant glow.
Particularly at home in incense-led accords, Vertofix Coeur excels in creating atmospheres that feel both meditative and luxurious.
When paired with Cedramber, it reveals its full artistry—radiating a beautifully rounded softness and an ambery exalting effect that enhances woody and resinous facets alike.
For perfumers seeking both performance and poetic nuance, Vertofix Coeur is an indispensable material: a modern classic that brings cohesion, warmth, and a refined diffusion to any olfactory creation.
Scent character
Highlights from the material’s listed odour profile.
Note position
Top note · Heart note · Base note
Material character
A closer lookOdour strength
(recommend smelling in a 10.00 % solution or less)
Listed qualitative strength
Tenacity / substantivity
45 hour(s)
at 100%
Listed reference conditions
Supplied strength is 10% in DPG.
Fragrance development
Top note · Heart note · Base note
Illustrative note development · no measured evaporation data
Molecular identity
C17H26O
CAS-linked compound reference — Acetylcedrene
This compound record is linked to the explicitly recorded CAS number. It is not supplier confirmation of the supplied grade, purity, stereochemistry, isomer proportions or complete composition.
Named active material only. These properties do not describe the complete supplied dilution or carrier.
- Reference molecular weight
- 246.4 g/mol
- Reference IUPAC name
- 1-[(1R,2R,5S,7R)-2,6,6,8-tetramethyl-9-tricyclo[5.3.1.01,5]undec-8-enyl]ethanone
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)
- 4
- Exact mass (Da)
- 246.198365449
- Monoisotopic mass (Da)
- 246.198365449
- Topological polar surface area (Ų)
- 17.1
- Complexity
- 443
- Formal charge
- 0
- Hydrogen bond donors
- 0
- Hydrogen bond acceptors
- 1
- Rotatable bonds
- 1
- Heavy atoms
- 18
- Isotope atoms
- 0
- Atom stereocentres
- 4
- Bond stereocentres
- 0
- Covalent units
- 1
- SMILES
- C[C@@H]1CC[C@@H]2[C@@]13C[C@H](C2(C)C)C(=C(C3)C(=O)C)C
- InChI
- InChI=1S/C17H26O/c1-10-6-7-15-16(4,5)14-9-17(10,15)8-13(11(14)2)12(3)18/h10,14-15H,6-9H2,1-5H3/t10-,14+,15+,17+/m1/s1
- InChIKey
- YBUIAJZFOGJGLJ-SWRJLBSHSA-N
Reference data checked 2026-10-27.
CAS 32388-55-9 · reference checked 2026-10-27.
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
- Acetyl Cedrene — Annex III entry 327; single-substance 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.
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 | 32388-55-9 |
|---|---|
| Odour description (decreasing) | A warm precious wood aroma with musky undertones. Long lasting and diffusive. Woody, Cedar, Leather, Dry |
| Odour strength | Medium (recommend smelling in a 10.00 % solution or less) |
| Perfumery use | Effective from the smallest traces, through to 15%Listed perfumery guidance; this is not an IFRA limit. |
| Substantivity | 45 hour(s) at 100% |
| Solvent | DPG to give a 10% Solution of Vertofix Coeur |
| Physical state | Liquid |
| Synonyms | (3R- (3alpha, 3a, 7, 8aalpha))- 1-hexahydro-3, 6, 8, 8-tetramethyl-1H-3a, 7-(2, 3, 4, 7, 8, 8a-methanoazulen-5-yl) ethan-1-one, Acetyl Cedrene, Lignofix, Methyl Cedryl Ketone, Vertofix |
| 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
Signal word: Warning
Contains: Cedr-8-Enyl Methyl Ketone
Hazard statements:
- H317 May cause an allergic skin reaction.
- H410 Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects.
Precautionary statements:
- P261 Avoid breathing mist or vapours.
- P280 Wear protective gloves.
- P302+P352 IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of water.
- P333+P313 If skin irritation or rash occurs: Get medical advice/ attention.
- 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.Woods in daylight
With bergamot and a crisp citrus openingExplore a spare wood structure with citrus providing the opening contrast. Compare a brighter version with the wood reference and follow how the outline changes, keeping the later impression as important as the first moment.
A softer grain
With sandalwood and a musk directionSet the woody material beside a softer wood reference, then compare a restrained musk variation. Decide whether your concept needs creamy texture, dry definition or more space between its parts before expanding the accord.
Petals on timber
With rose and a clear floral accordTry a flower-and-wood study in which both subjects remain recognisable. Compare the floral reference with the woody variation through the evaluation, noting whether the wood forms a useful backdrop or becomes the centre of the idea.








Ovidiu (verified owner) –
rjrmagic (verified owner) –
This is a clean, modern woody fragrance. It’s smooth, dry and refined, It adds structure, longevity and a professional backbone to almost any formula. A true staple for any organ.
Anis Dadou –
A classic ingredient, being the ‘Iso E Super’ before that existed. And maybe through confirmation bias, but also smells like an old fashioned Iso E Super, imagine the smell of a tainted cap that had been exposed to the air with residual iso e super on. Woody, but in a varnish way, and not as ‘clean’ as Iso E Super. Essential for modern ‘incense’ fragrances alongside or as a stand in for Iso E Super