Iso E Super™ by I ff

Discover the legendary performance of Iso E Super™ by IFF, the definitive woody-amber molecule that has shaped modern perfumery. Known for its unique ability to add “velvety” texture and invisible strength, this is the highest industrial standard of the molecule, richer in the desirable gamma isomer than generic alternatives.

Olfactory Profile

• Description: Smooth, woody, and ambery with a characteristic “velvet” sensation. It offers a transparent warmth that enhances compositions rather than dominating them.

• Key Facets: Cedarwood, Ambergris, Dry, Phenolic, and subtly Sweet.

• Impact: Medium impact across Top, Heart, and Base notes, making it an essential “floralizer” that imparts fullness and subtle radiance.

Performance & Stability

Iso E Super™ is prized for its exceptional versatility and stability across diverse applications:

• Fine Fragrance: Very Good Performance / Very Good Stability.

• Liquid Detergent: Very Good Performance / Very Good Stability.

• Acid Cleaner: Good Performance / Excellent Stability.

• Powder Detergent: Good Performance / Moderate Stability.

• Substantivity: Exceptional longevity, lasting over 172 hours on a smelling strip.

Technical Specifications

• CAS Numbers: 54464-57-2, 68155-66-8, 68155-67-9

• Chemical Name: 1-(2,3,8,8-tetramethyl-1,2,3,4,5,6,7,8-octahydronaphthalen-2-yl)ethanone

• Molecular Weight: 234.2 | Log P: 5.7

• Vapor Pressure: 0.001735 mm Hg @ 23° C

• Appearance: Colorless to pale yellow clear liquid.

• Usage Levels: Typically used up to 10% in compounds, though modern accords (like the Grojsman accord) often utilize it at much higher concentrations.

Eco-Certifications & Sustainability

• Renewable: 75%

• Suitable for: Vegan formulations.

• Origin: Naturally derived and Upcycled materials.

• Compliance: Fully compliant with IFRA 51 standards (safe up to 20% in finished Category 4 products).

Professional Usage Notes

Essential for creating radiance and texture, Iso E Super™ is a cornerstone of the “Grojsman Accord” alongside Galaxolide®, Methyl Ionone Gamma, and Hedione®. It is widely used to improve the projection and “sillage” of fragrances, acting as a powerful booster and fixative.

Pkd & Mkt by: Sarochem™