Fixolide 10% In DPG

Fixolide (10% in DPG)

• INCI Name:
  Tetramethyl Acetyloctahydronaphthalenes (Fixolide)
• Molecular Formula:
  C₁₈H₂₈O

• CAS Number:
  54464-57-2
• Alternate Names:
  • Fixolide
  • Polycyclic Musk
  • Musk Fixative
  • White Musk Note
  • Fixolide 10% in DPG

Key Benefits:

• Excellent fragrance fixative
• Improves perfume longevity
• Adds soft clean musk character
• Enhances fragrance diffusion
• Blends well with floral, woody, and oriental notes
• Provides a smooth and lasting dry-down

Benefits & Uses (Short):

• Used in fine fragrances and perfume oils
• Extends the life of volatile fragrance ingredients
• Creates clean musk accords
• Used in soaps, candles, detergents, and air fresheners
• Adds depth and smoothness to perfume compositions

Recommended Usage Level:

• Fine Fragrance: 0.5% – 10%
• Perfume Oils: 1% – 15%
• Soap Fragrance: 0.1% – 3%
• Candles: 0.1% – 5%
• Home Fragrance: 0.1% – 5%

How It Works (Short):

• Functions as a polycyclic musk aroma chemical with strong substantivity
• Slows the evaporation of lighter fragrance materials, improving longevity
• Creates a smooth musky foundation that supports the entire fragrance structure
• Enhances diffusion and persistence on skin and fabric
• Helps blend top, heart, and base notes into a more harmonious composition
• Dilution in DPG makes it easier to handle, measure, and incorporate into formulations

Olfactory Notes:

• Odor Profile: Clean, musky, sweet, powdery
• Top Notes: Soft fresh musk
• Heart Notes: Clean white musk
• Base Notes: Powdery, warm, lingering musk
• Character: Smooth, clean, long-lasting, soft, elegant

FAQs:

Q: What does Fixolide smell like?
A: Fixolide has a clean, sweet, powdery white musk scent with excellent lasting power.

Q: Why is Fixolide used in perfumes?
A: It acts as a fixative, helping fragrances last longer while adding a pleasant musky character.

Q: What does 10% in DPG mean?
A: It means Fixolide has been pre-diluted to 10% concentration in Dipropylene Glycol for easier use.

Q: Which fragrance families work well with Fixolide?
A: Floral, woody, oriental, amber, fruity, and musk-based fragrances.

Q: Is Fixolide a base note?
A: Yes, it is primarily used as a base note and fixative material.