- CAS number
- 41890-92-0
- IFRA Standard status
- Not recorded
- Products
- 5
Last updated · 25-05-2026Record completeness75%
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Description
The chemical compound 3,7-dimethyl-7-methoxyoctan-2-ol is a fragrance ingredient designed to deliver clean, cool sandalwood and soapy notes. Primarily used in perfumes and fine fragrance compositions, it provides subtle floral nuances that enrich the overall scent profile. It is produced in laboratories using various synthetic methods. In recent years, fragrance manufacturers have increasingly turned to renewable raw materials to create this ingredient, helping to conserve natural planetary resources.
Additional information
- The molecular structure of this compound, particularly the methoxy group in its molecule, is responsible for its distinct sandalwood and soapy aromatic properties.
- Laboratory production of ingredients like 3,7-dimethyl-7-methoxyoctan-2-ol contributes to the sustainability of the fragrance industry by reducing pressure on natural resources such as rare wood species.
- This ingredient represents the balance between art and science in modern perfumery, where chemists and perfumers collaborate to create precise fragrance notes with consistency and stability.
CAS number
41890-92-0
Other names
3,7-dimethyl-7-methoxyoctan-2-olOctan-2-ol, 7-methoxy-3,7-dimethyl-2-Octanol, 3,7-dimethyl-7-methoxy-Acsantol7-Methoxy-3,7-dimethyloctan-2-olMethoxytrimethyl heptanolMethoxytrimethylheptanol3,7-Dimethyl-7-methoxy-2-octanol3,7-Dimethyl-7-methoxyoctan-2-ol7-Methoxy-3,7-dimethyl octan-2-ol
IFRA Standard status
The IFRA Standards form an industry self-regulatory system. They may prohibit or restrict the use of particular fragrance ingredients, or set specifications, according to end use. The status below reflects the IFRA data recorded for this ingredient. It is not a product certification and does not replace applicable law or assessment of the finished product.
Not recorded
Regulatory information
The Research Institute for Fragrance Materials (RIFM) is in the process of completing a comprehensive safety assessment for 3,7-dimethyl-7-methoxyoctan-2-ol. Once finished, the evaluation will be reviewed by the Expert Panel for Fragrance Safety and published in a peer-reviewed scientific journal.
