Polysantol
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Polysantol is a powerful synthetic sandalwood aroma chemical with a rich, creamy, diffusive woody odour. It is one of the most tenacious materials in perfumery, lasting more than 300 hours on a smelling strip, and is widely used to build, boost and extend sandalwood accords in fine fragrance, attars and personal care products.
Product Specifications
| Chemical Name | 3,3-Dimethyl-5-(2,2,3-trimethyl-3-cyclopenten-1-yl)-4-penten-2-ol |
| INCI Name | Trimethylcyclopentenyl Dimethylisopentenol |
| CAS No. | 107898-54-4 |
| Molecular Formula | C15H26O |
| Molecular Weight | 222.37 |
| Appearance | Colourless to pale yellow clear liquid |
| Odour | Powerful, diffusive sandalwood; creamy, milky, woody |
| Assay (GC) | 95% min |
| Refractive Index (20°C) | 1.480 – 1.484 |
| Acid Value | 1.0 max (mg KOH/g) |
| Flash Point | >100°C |
| Solubility | Soluble in ethanol and oils; insoluble in water |
Applications
- Fine fragrance & attars: sandalwood base notes, woody-oriental and floral accords
- Sandalwood oil extender: boosts and prolongs natural sandalwood at low doses
- Personal care: soaps, lotions, shampoos and body washes
- Home care: candles, incense, agarbatti and reed diffusers
Usage Level
Typically 0.1% to 5% in the fragrance concentrate. Polysantol is restricted under the IFRA Standard – always check the current IFRA limit for your product category (e.g. 1.1% max in finished fine fragrance, Category 4).
Storage & Handling
Store in a cool, dry place in tightly closed containers, away from heat and direct light. May irritate skin and eyes – wear gloves and eye protection when handling the neat material.
Packaging
Available in 1 kg packs. Packed by ASES Chemical Works, Jodhpur. For bulk quantities, contact ecom@ases.in.