Biomuguet (Takasago)
Description
A fresh and dewy floral material, presenting a complex lily-of-the-valley profile with distinct green, watery, and waxy facets. These are complemented by creamy cyclamen and delicate orchid undertones. This intricate profile belongs to Biomuguet (Takasago), a significant innovation in sustainable perfumery. Developed as a 100% bio-based and readily biodegradable ingredient, it provides a powerful and authentic muguet note. Crucially, it serves as an excellent alternative to classic muguet ingredients, offering perfumers creative freedom without IFRA restrictions.
In formulation, its versatility shines, bringing a bright, natural lift to a wide array of compositions from fine fragrance to personal and home care. It harmonizes exceptionally well with crisp marine and vibrant citrus notes, enhancing freshness and diffusion from the top. For achieving a persistent floral heart, the combination of Biomuguet (Takasago) with biocyclamol is particularly effective, extending a natural and linear muguet ozonic radiance deep into the dry down. Its function as a radiant floralizer imparts a modern blooming effect, building sophisticated and lasting white floral accords.
General Information
| Alt Name | Biomuguet (Takasago) |
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| Category | Aromatic Compound |
| IUPAC Name | (3S,6E)-3,7,11-trimethyldodeca-6,10-dienal |
| CAS Number | 194934-66-2 |
| Molecular Weight | 222.37 g/mol |
| Canonical SMILES | CC(CCC=C(C)CCC=C(C)C)CC=O |
Organoleptic Properties
| Odor Family | Floral |
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| Odor Strength | 1 2 3 4 5 |
| Odor Description | Creamy, Cyclamen, Floral, Green, Muguet, Orchid, Watery, Waxy |
| Substantivity | 168 hours at 100% |
Physical Properties
| Appearance | Colorless to pale yellow clear liquid (est) |
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| Specific Gravity | 0.861 to 0.871 @ 25 °C. |
| Pounds per Gallon | 7.164 to 7.248 |
| Refractive Index | 1.466 to 1.472 @ 20 °C. |
| XLogP | 4.8 |
IFRA
| Category | Fragrance agents |
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