Buchu Mercaptan (FEMA-3177)
This product is not a finished fragrance or flavor. It is a single aroma chemical that provides a specific scent character determined by its chemical structure. It is intended to be used only as a raw material for creating fragrance or flavor formulations, or for other research and development purposes.
Buchu Mercaptan (4‑methyl‑8‑thiomenthan‑3‑one) is an extremely potent blackcurrant/boxwood thiol with catty, sulfury facets. A whisper adds vivid cassis realism in fruity and green accords; handle with care.
Fragrance Family: Sulfurous/Fruity‑Green
Top Notes: Blackcurrant, Catty, Sulfury
Heart Notes: Green, Boxwood
Base Notes: Diffusive
Applications:
- Fine Fragrance: typical 0.0005%, range 0.0001–0.005%
- Body Care Products: typical 0.0003%, range 0.0001–0.003%
- Home Care Products: typical 0.0005%, range 0.0001–0.005%
- Candles & Diffusers: typical 0.0010%, range 0.0002–0.005%
IFRA Restrictions:
Refer to the latest IFRA Standards for applicable categories.
Allergen Declaration (EU):
Consult IFRA/SDS for allergen listing.
Storage: Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight and heat sources. Keep container tightly closed.
Shelf Life: 24–36 months when stored properly
CAS Number: 38462-22-5
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| Test Name | Specification |
|---|---|
| Appearance (20C) | Liquid |
| Color | Clear to yellowish |
| Odor | In compliance to standard |
| Other Names |
|---|
| buchu ketone |
| buchu ketone (thiomenthone/ p-menthene-8-thiol-3-one) buchu replacer |
| buchu mercaptan |
| corps cassis |
| cyclohexanone, 2-(1-mercapto-1-methylethyl)-5-methyl- |
| jallione |
| mangone |
| mangone 5% |
| natural para mentha 8 thio 3 one -5% ETOH |
| p-mentha-8-thiol-3-one |
| para-mentha-8-thiol-3-one |
| nat p-mentha-8-thiol-3-one (1% in PG) |
| p-mentha-8-thiol-3-one 10% in P.G. |
| p-mentha-8-thiol-3-one natural 1% in propylene glycol |
| p-mentha-8-thiol-3-one natural 10% in propylene glycol |
| p-mentha-8-thiol-3-one natural 5% in propylene glycol |
| p-menthan-8-thiol-3-one |
| p-menthane-8-thiol-3-one |
| p-menthon-8-thiol |
| p-menthone-8-thiol |
| 8-mercapato-p-menthane-3-one |
| mercapto menthone natural |
| 2-(1-mercapto-1-methyl ethyl)-5-methyl cyclohexan-1-one |
| 2-(1-mercapto-1-methylethyl)-5-methylcyclohexan-1-one |
| 8-mercapto-3-p-menthanone |
| 8-mercapto-p-menthan-3-one |
| 8-mercapto-p-menthane-3-one |
| 8-mercapto-para-menthan-3-one |
| 8-mercapto-para-menthane-3-one |
| mercaptoisopropyl-5-methyl cyclohexanone |
| mercaptoisopropyl-5-methylcyclohexanone |
| 8-mercaptomenthone |
| 2-(2-mercaptopropan-2-yl)-5-methylcyclohexanone |
| 5-methyl-2-(1-methyl-1-sulfanylethyl)cyclohexan-1-one |
| 5-methyl-2-(1-methyl-1-sulfanylethyl)cyclohexanone |
| 5-methyl-2-(2-sulfanylpropan-2-yl)cyclohexan-1-one |
| 5-methyl-2-(2-sulfanylpropan-2-yl)cyclohexanone |
| pulegone mercaptan |
| pulegone mercaptan synthetic |
| ribes mercaptan |
| ribes mercaptan 1% |
| thio menthone 1% in ETOH natural |
| thio menthone 1% in PG natural |
| thio menthone 5% in ETOH natural |
| thio menthone natural |
| thiomenthone |
| 8-thiomenthone |
| thiomenthone 0.1% in BB |
| thiomenthone 0.1% in DEP |
| thiomenthone 0.1% in DPG |
| 8-thiomenthone 90% Natural |
| thiomenthone natural |
| thiomenthone pure |
