Safranal provides the distinct spicy, complex fragrance of saffron, used in perfumery for its unique depth and exotic appeal. Its rarity and potency make it a prized component in luxury and niche perfumes, particularly in formulations evoking oriental or exotic themes.
Featured in premium perfumes to add an exotic, spicy note. Its distinctive aroma enriches luxury scent profiles.
IUPAC Name: 2,6,6-trimethylcyclohexa-1,3-diene-1-carbaldehydeCAS Number: 116-26-7
Molecular Formula: C10H14O
Molecular Weight: 150.22 g/mol
Boiling Point: 70.00 °C @ 1.00 mm Hg
Melting Point: < 25 °C
Class: Aldehyde
Use/s: Scent
Synonyms
1: Safranal 2: 2,3-Dihydro-2,2,6-trimethylbenzaldehyde 3: 2,6,6-trimethylcyclohexa-1,3-dienecarbaldehyde 4: 2,6,6-trimethylcyclohexa-1,3-diene-1-carbaldehyde 5: Dehydro-beta-cyclocitral 6: 2,6,6-trimethyl-1,3-cyclohexadiene-1-carboxaldehyde 7: (2,6,6-Trimethylcyclohexa-1,3-dienyl)methanal 8: FEMA No. 3389
Chemist Says
Solid
Scent: Sweet Green-Floral, Tobacco-Herbaceous
Scent profile
Scent profiles are inherently subjective and can significantly differ among individuals, and may also be influenced by the conditions at the time of evaluation. The information provided here is a synthesis of data from diverse sources, including books, cross-references, artificial intelligence analyses, and chemical research sites, aiming to present a comprehensive overview. We've distilled this information to highlight the most frequently observed scent profiles for each molecule or compound, offering a generalized perspective.
1: Warm, Spicy
2: Saffron, Spicy, Warm
3: Sweet, Green-floral, Tobacco-herbaceous
4: Saffron-like, honeyed, with a hay-like undertone
Irritant