Aldehyde C-18 (Gamma-Nonalactone)

Aldehyde C-18, commonly known as Coconut Aldehyde or Gamma-Nonalactone, is a well-known aroma chemical valued for its creamy, sweet, and coconut-like fragrance. This ingredient produces a rich lactonic and tropical scent profile that brings warmth, smoothness, and indulgent sweetness to fragrance compositions.

In perfumery, Aldehyde C-18 is widely used to create gourmand, tropical, and creamy accords. Its distinctive coconut character adds a smooth and comforting heart note that enhances floral, fruity, and dessert-inspired fragrances. Perfumers often use it to build coconut accords, tropical blends, creamy florals, and soft gourmand bases.

Key Features & Benefits:

• Creamy Coconut Profile: Sweet, lactonic, and tropical coconut fragrance
• Gourmand & Tropical: Perfect for dessert-inspired and exotic compositions
• Smooth Heart Note: Adds comforting warmth to floral and fruity fragrances
• Versatile Blending: Works beautifully with vanilla, florals, and woody notes
• Premium Grade: High-purity aroma chemical for professional use
• Distinctive Character: Use in small amounts for natural coconut nuance

Perfumery Applications:

This versatile molecule blends beautifully with vanilla, tonka bean, and caramel notes to create rich dessert-style perfumes. It also pairs well with tuberose, ylang-ylang, and white florals, giving fragrances a tropical and exotic feel. When combined with sandalwood, musk, or amber, it contributes warmth and depth to the fragrance base.

Due to its strong and distinctive character, Aldehyde C-18 is typically used in small concentrations to provide a natural coconut nuance without overwhelming the composition.

Beyond Fine Fragrance:

Coconut Aldehyde is also used in body care products, soaps, shampoos, candles, diffusers, and home fragrances, where it delivers a soft creamy coconut aroma that feels warm, indulgent, and inviting.

HERBOLOGY supplies premium-grade Aldehyde C-18 (Gamma-Nonalactone), suitable for perfumers, formulators, and fragrance creators seeking a smooth coconut note for tropical and gourmand scent creations.