Aldehyde C-12 Lauric (Dodecanal) 10% in DPG

Herbology Aldehyde C-12 Lauric (10% in DPG) is a classic aroma chemical widely used in perfumery to create fresh, clean, soapy, and citrus-floral fragrances. Known for its distinctive waxy, aldehydic sparkle with subtle citrus and floral undertones, this ingredient brings brightness and elegance to perfume compositions.

This pre-diluted 10% solution in DPG (Dipropylene Glycol) makes it easier to handle, blend, and dose accurately—perfect for both beginners and professional perfumers. Aldehyde C-12 Lauric is famously used in classic French perfumes and luxury soap fragrances, where it adds a “clean laundry” freshness and enhances top notes with a radiant lift.

Key Benefits:

• Waxy Citrus Fresh: Aldehydic aroma with clean, soapy character
• Clean Soapy Freshness: Adds laundry-like brightness to compositions
• Floral Enhancement: Lifts citrus, floral, and aldehydic blends
• Sparkling Diffusion: Radiant top-note lift and projection
• Pre-Diluted Formula: 10% in DPG for easy and safe use
• Professional Quality: Trusted by perfumers and DIY creators

Perfumery Profile:

• Note Type: Top Note
• Scent Character: Waxy, fresh, clean, citrus-floral, slightly fatty-green
• Recommended Usage: 0.5% – 2.5%

Common Uses:

• Fine fragrances and luxury perfumes
• Soaps, shampoos, and detergents
• Body mists and deodorants
• Candles and home fragrance products
• Attars and oil-based perfumes

How to Use:

Use at low concentrations (typically 0.5%–2.5%) to add brightness and aldehydic lift to your fragrance blends. Start with small amounts, as it is highly diffusive and powerful.

Key Features

• Bright, waxy-citrus aldehydic scent with creamy-soapy nuance

• Adds brilliance, airiness, and freshness to top notes

• Perfect for aldehydic florals, chypres, and classic perfumery

• Used in trace amounts due to high impact

• Stable in alcohol and oil-based compositions

Product Information

Application Tips

• Use 0.03–0.08% in floral-aldehydic or chypre perfumes for lift and sparkle

• Pair with bergamot, neroli, aldehyde C11, and white musks for classic effect

• Adds clean-soapy freshness to soaps, body sprays, and vintage blends

• Pre-dilute in alcohol or DPG for precise dosage due to potency

HERBOLOGY delivers premium-quality Aldehyde C-12 Lauric for perfumers seeking to create fresh, clean, and elegantly bright fragrances with a classic aldehydic signature.