Ethyl Laurate (Ethyl Dodecanoate)
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INCI Name:
Ethyl Laurate
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Chemical Name:
Ethyl Dodecanoate
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Molecular Formula:
C₁₄H₂₈O₂
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CAS Number:
106-33-2
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Appearance:
Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
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Chemical Type:
Fatty Acid Ester / Aroma Chemical
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Alternate Names:
- Ethyl Laurate
- Ethyl Dodecanoate
- Lauric Acid Ethyl Ester
- Dodecanoic Acid Ethyl Ester
- Fatty Ester
Key Benefits:
- Adds a soft, creamy, and waxy character to fragrances
- Enhances the smoothness of floral and fruity accords
- Improves fragrance longevity and substantivity
- Acts as a mild solvent and blending agent
- Creates a clean, elegant, and natural dry-down
- Ideal for luxury perfume compositions
Benefits & Uses (Short):
- Used in fine fragrances and perfume oils
- Enhances floral, fruity, and musky accords
- Suitable for soaps and personal care products
- Used in candles and home fragrances
- Improves fragrance smoothness and lasting performance
Recommended Usage Level:
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Fine Fragrances: 0.2% – 3%
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Perfume Oils: 0.5% – 5%
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Soaps & Body Care: 0.1% – 1%
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Candles: 0.2% – 2%
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Air Fresheners: 0.2% – 2%
How It Works (Short):
- Functions as a fatty ester and fragrance modifier that adds creamy, waxy, and subtly fruity nuances
- Softens sharp or harsh notes to create a smoother fragrance profile
- Enhances harmony between floral, fruity, and woody ingredients
- Improves fragrance stability and persistence
- Produces a refined, clean, and elegant dry-down
- Blends exceptionally well with Hedione HC, Benzyl Acetate, Iso E Super, Ambroxan, Sandalore, Polysantol, Jasmine, Rose, White Musks, Vanillin, and Gamma Undecalactone
Key Benefits for Perfumery:
- Smooths fragrance compositions
- Enhances longevity
- Soft creamy and waxy effect
- Excellent blending ingredient
- Ideal for floral, fruity, woody, and musky perfumes
Olfactory Notes:
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Odor Profile: Mild, waxy, creamy, slightly fruity
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Top Notes: Soft fatty freshness
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Heart Notes: Creamy floral and delicate coconut-like nuances
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Base Notes: Smooth waxy and musky undertones
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Character: Clean, elegant, subtle, long-lasting
FAQs:
Q: What is Ethyl Laurate used for?
A: Ethyl Laurate is used in perfumes as a fragrance modifier and blending ingredient, adding creamy, waxy softness and improving the overall balance of fragrance compositions.
Q: What does Ethyl Laurate smell like?
A: It has a very mild, creamy, waxy aroma with faint fruity and coconut-like nuances.
Q: Is Ethyl Laurate a fixative?
A: It is not a primary fixative, but it helps improve fragrance smoothness, stability, and longevity.
Q: Which fragrance families benefit from Ethyl Laurate?
A: Floral, fruity, woody, musky, gourmand, and amber fragrances.
Q: What ingredients blend well with Ethyl Laurate?
A: Hedione HC, Benzyl Acetate, Iso E Super, Ambroxan, Sandalore, Polysantol, Jasmine, Rose, White Musks, Vanillin, Gamma Undecalactone, and fruity esters.
