INCI Name: Not universally standardized as a single INCI (often listed as Sandalwood type fragrance ingredient / synthetic sandalwood note) Commonly associated with: Sandela / Sandenol (trade name blend or aroma chemical)
Molecular Formula: Not a single fixed formula (it is typically a synthetic sandalwood-type aroma chemical or blend)
CAS Number: Varies by supplier grade (no single universal CAS for “Sandenol” trade name)
Alternate Names:
Sandalwood aroma chemical
Synthetic sandalwood note
Sandenol (trade name)
Sandela-type material (related family)
Woody milky sandalwood replacer
Benefits & Uses (Short):
Provides smooth creamy sandalwood aroma
Adds warmth, softness, and woody depth to perfumes
Improves base richness in oriental and woody accords
Used in perfumes, soaps, lotions, candles, detergents, deodorants
Acts as a cost-effective sandalwood alternative
How It Works (Short):
Works as a synthetic woody-amber/sandalwood odorant that mimics natural sandalwood oil facets
Interacts strongly with musk and amber molecules to build a creamy woody base