A profoundly elegant and diffusive woody amber material. Its profile unfolds with a distinctively dry, almost dusty woody tonality, reminiscent of cedarwood, while carrying the sophisticated warmth of classic ambergris. This signature belongs to Amberwood® F, a key ingredient in modern perfumery. Developed by Symrise as a high-purity isomer within the esteemed dodecahydro-tetramethylnaphthalofuran family, it offers a cleaner and more intense profile than many of its counterparts, establishing it as a pillar for creating refined and contemporary woody accords.
In formulations, its primary role is to provide exceptional substantivity and structure to a fragrance composition. Even at low dosages, typically from a trace amount up to 2 percent, Amberwood® F imparts a remarkable lift and a long-lasting, clean woody foundation that persists for hundreds of hours. Its versatility makes it suitable for a wide range of applications, from fine fragrances to luxury home and fabric care. It pairs exceptionally well with floral notes, where it adds a transparent woody depth, and synergizes beautifully with citrus, musks, and other woody materials to create a cohesive and tenacious dry-down.
| Alt Name | Amber decane |
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| Category | Aromatic Compound |
| IUPAC Name | ethoxymethoxycyclododecane |
| CAS Number | 58567-11-6 |
| Molecular Weight | 242.4 g/mol |
| Canonical SMILES | CCOCOC1CCCCCCCCCCC1 |
| Odor Family | Woody |
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| Odor Strength | 1 2 3 4 5 |
| Odor Description | Amber, Ambergris, Cedar, Dry, Dusty, Woody |
| Usage Level | 5% in the fragrance concentrate |
| Substantivity | 168 hours at 100% |
| Appearance | Colorless clear liquid (est) |
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| Specific Gravity | 0.928 to 0.936 @ 20 °C. |
| Pounds per Gallon | 7.731 to 7.798 |
| Refractive Index | 1.465 to 1.469 @ 20 °C. |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.004 mmHg @ 25 °C. (est) |
| Boiling Point | 94 °C. @ 1 mm Hg |
| Flash Point | 293 °F. TCC ( 145 °C. ) |
| XLogP | 5.5 |
| Storage | Store in cool, dry place in tightly sealed containers, protected from heat and light. |
| Category | Fragrance agents |
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| R-phrases | R36/37/38 - Irritating to eyes, respiratory system and skin |
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| S-phrases | S02 - Keep out of the reach of children S26 - In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical advice S36 - Wear suitable protective clothing |
| Europe Standard Hazard | Xi - Irritant |