Methyl Octalactone (Whiskey Lactone) (FEMA-3803)
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| 5-butyl dihydro-4-methyl furan-2(3H)-one |
| 5-butyl dihydro-4-methyl-2(3H)-furanone |
| 5-butyl-4-methyl dihydro-2(3H)-furanone |
| 5-butyl-4-methyl-3,4,5-trihydrofuran-2-one |
| 5-butyl-4-methyldihydro-2(3H)-furanone |
| 5-butyl-4-methyldihydrofuran-2(3H)-one |
| 5-butyl-4-methyloxolan-2-one |
| 5-butyldihydro-4-methyl-2(3H)-furanone |
| 5-butyldihydro-4-methylfuran-2(3H)-one |
| 2(3H)-furanone, 5-butyldihydro-4-methyl- |
| hydroxy-3-methyl octanoic acid lactone |
| 4-hydroxy-3-methyl octanoic acid lactone |
| 4-hydroxy-3-methyloctanoic acid gamma-lactone |
| methyl octalactone |
| 3-methyl-4-octanolide |
| beta-methyl-alpha-octalactone |
| 3-methyl-gamma-octalactone |
| 3-methyloctano-1,4-lactone |
| oak lactone |
| oaklactone |
| quercus lactone |
| whiskey lactone |
| whiskey lactone synthetic |
| whiskeylactone |
| gamma-whiskeylactone |
| whisky lactone |
Methyl Octalactone (Whiskey Lactone) gives strong coconut/oak, woody lactonic notes with sweet creamy facets reminiscent of oak barrels. It builds coconut/oak effects, gourmand woods, and adds realism to whiskey/rum themes in tiny doses.
Fragrance Family: Woody – Coconut/Oak, Lactonic
Top Notes: Coconut, oak sawdust
Heart Notes: Creamy lactonic, sweet woody
Base Notes: Woody sweet, coconutty
Applications:
- Fine Fragrance: typical 0.02%, range 0.005–0.20%
- Body Care Products: typical 0.01%, range 0.003–0.10%
- Home Care Products: typical 0.02%, range 0.005–0.10%
- Candles & Diffusers: typical 0.03%, range 0.01–0.10%
IFRA Restrictions:
Refer to the latest IFRA Standards for applicable categories.
Allergen Declaration (EU):
Not determined. 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: 39212-23-2
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