Aldehyde C11 (10% in DPG)

Aldehyde C11 10% in DPG, also known as Undecanal, is a classic aldehydic aroma ingredient prized for its fresh, green, waxy, and clean soapy scent profile with subtle citrus nuances. Pre-diluted in DPG (Dipropylene Glycol) for easy blending, it is widely used in perfumes, soaps, shampoos, candles, detergents, and home fragrance products.

This elegant aldehyde adds radiance, sparkle, freshness, and lift to fragrance compositions, making it an essential ingredient in both vintage-style aldehydic perfumes and modern clean fragrance blends. Its crisp diffusion and fresh-clean character make it especially valuable in floral, musky, powdery, and citrus fragrance structures.

Fragrance Profile

• Fresh aldehydic and soapy aroma
• Green waxy citrus nuances
• Clean metallic and sparkling character
• Elegant fresh diffusion and lift

Key Benefits

• Adds brightness and freshness to fragrances
• Enhances floral and aldehydic perfume accords
• Creates clean luxurious soap-like effects
• Easy-to-use 10% dilution in DPG
• Excellent for perfumes and home fragrance products

Applications in Perfumery

Aldehyde C11 is commonly used in:

• Fine fragrance and luxury perfumes
• Aldehydic floral compositions
• Shampoos, soaps, and shower gels
• Candles and room sprays
• Fabric refreshers and detergents
• Clean musky and powdery fragrance blends

Blends Well With

Aldehyde C11 blends beautifully with citrus oils, jasmine, lily, aldehydes C-8 to C-12, white florals, ozone accords, musks, and woody notes.

Why Perfumers Use Aldehyde C11

Perfumers value Aldehyde C11 for its sparkling freshness, strong diffusion, and ability to add elegant clean radiance to fragrance formulations.

Usage Recommendation

Typically used in low concentrations due to its powerful odor impact and excellent lifting effect in perfume compositions.

Storage Instructions

Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight and heat. Keep the container tightly sealed to preserve freshness and aromatic stability.