Dihydroeugenol
Aroma Chemical Heart Note CAS 2785-87-7
A sweet spicy clove note with a soft phenolic powdery facet. Close to eugenol, it brings a warm spice depth to carnation and oriental accords.
Odor profile
| Note | Heart Note |
| Descriptor 1 | Spicy |
| Descriptor 2 | Dry |
| Descriptor 3 | Bayleaf |
| Impact Level | Medium |
| Tenacity2 | 72 h |
2 Source: The Good Scents Company
Identification
| CAS Number | 2785-87-7 |
| INCI Name | Dihydroeugenol |
| Category | Aroma Chemical |
| Formula | C10H14O2 |
| Mol. Weight | 166.22 |
| IUPAC Name | 2-methoxy-4-propylphenol |
| InChIKey | PXIKRTCSSLJURC-UHFFFAOYSA-N |
Synonyms
2-Methoxy-4-propylphenol, 4-Propylguaiacol, Phenol, 2-methoxy-4-propyl-, Guaiacylpropane, Cerulignol, Coerulignol, p-Propylguaiacol, 4-Propyl-2-methoxyphenol, p-n-Propylguaiacol, (4-Hydroxy-3-methoxyphenyl)propane, 4-Hydroxy-3-methoxypropylbenzene, 1-Propyl-3-methoxy-4-hydroxybenzene, di hydro eugenol, dihydro eugenol, guaiacol, 4-propyl-, guaiacyl propane, (4-hydroxy-3-methoxyphenyl) propane, 1-(4-hydroxy-3-methoxyphenyl) propane, 1-(4-hydroxy-3-methoxyphenyl)propane, 4-hydroxy-3-methoxypropyl benzene, 2-methoxy-4-N-propylphenol, 2-methoxy-4-propyl phenol, 2-methoxy-4-propyl-phenol, 4-propyl guaiacol, p-propyl guaiacol, para-propyl guaiacol, para-N-propyl guaiacol, 4-propyl guaicol, 5-propyl o-hydroxyanisole, 4-propyl o-methoxyphenol, 5-propyl-O-hydroxyanisole, 4-propyl-O-methoxyphenol, 5-propyl-ortho-hydroxyanisole, 4-propyl-ortho-methoxyphenol, propylguaiacol, p-
Physical and chemical data
| Boiling Point | 125.5 °C @ 14 mmHg |
| Flash Point | 100 °C |
| Density | 1.034 |
| Refractive Index | 1.52 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.006000 mmHg @ 25.00 C. (est) |
| LogP | 2.2 |
| Solubility | slightly soluble in water; soluble in fat |
| Appearance | Liquid; CBI |
Regulatory status
IFRA maximum concentrations
| Category | Use | Limit in the finished product |
|---|---|---|
| Category 1 | Lip products, toys | 0.13 % |
| Category 2 | Deodorants, antiperspirants | 0.039 % |
| Category 3 | Eye products | 0.78 % |
| Category 4 | Fine fragrance | 0.73 % |
| Category 5A | Body lotion | 0.19 % |
| Category 5B | Face cream | 0.19 % |
| Category 5C | Hand cream | 0.19 % |
| Category 5D | Baby creams, oils | 0.062 % |
| Category 6 | Oral care, mouthwash | 0.43 % |
| Category 7A | Rinse-off hair products | 1.5 % |
| Category 7B | Leave-on hair products | 1.5 % |
| Category 8 | Intimate and baby wipes | 0.062 % |
| Category 9 | Soap, shampoo, rinse-off | 1.4 % |
| Category 10A | Household care, hand contact | 1.4 % |
| Category 10B | Aerosol air fresheners | 5.1 % |
| Category 11A | Intended skin contact | 0.062 % |
| Category 11B | Minimal skin contact | 0.062 % |
| Category 12 | No skin contact, candles | Not restricted |
| IFRA Amendment | 49 |
| Restriction Type | Restriction |
| Critical Effect | Dermal Sensitization And Systemic Toxicity |
Restricted components
| Component | Share |
|---|---|
| Eugenol | 0.015 % |
| Methyl Eugenol | 0.008 % |
IFRA regulated substances contained in this material. The interactive index derives the effective maximum concentration per category from them.
EU allergen declaration
| Substance | Share |
|---|---|
| Eugenol | 0.015 % |
Substances that must be named in the ingredient list under Annex III of Regulation (EC) 1223/2009, as amended by Regulation (EU) 2023/1545. Where a range was given, the upper bound is shown.
All figures on this page are guide values collected from public reference works and supplier declarations. They differ between batches, origins and qualities. The data sheet of your own supplier is always the authoritative document for the material you actually use.