- CAS number
- 106-72-9
- IFRA Standard status
- Not recorded
- Products
- 2
Last updated · 25-05-2026Record completeness75%
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Description
2,6-Dimethyl-5-heptenal is an ingredient found naturally in ginger and citrus fruits. It is known for its distinctive melon aroma, which recalls watermelon or cantaloupe. This ingredient is widely used in creating fragrances and flavors that mimic these fruits.
Perfume creators often produce an identical version of it in laboratories, which is chemically identical to the natural substance. This approach ensures consistent quality in the final products and helps preserve the planet's natural resources. The laboratory version can be produced from various raw materials, including renewable materials, making it a more sustainable choice.
Reported natural sources
JasmineCitronella oilCitrusLemonsLimesMelonsGinger
Additional information
- The chemical structure of 2,6-Dimethyl-5-heptenal gives it its characteristic melon scent. Even small changes to this structure could completely alter its aroma!
- Thanks to this ingredient, perfumers can create realistic fruit fragrances without needing to use actual fruit extracts, which are often unstable or difficult to preserve.
- 2,6-Dimethyl-5-heptenal is used both in fine fragrance for luxury perfumes and in everyday products such as soaps, deodorants, and cleaning products, providing a pleasant, fruity note.
CAS number
106-72-9
Other names
Melon touch5-Heptenal, 2,6-dimethyl-2,6-dimethylhept-5-enalMelomorMelon aldehyde naturalMelolalMelonalox®Melonal (2,6-dimethyl-5-heptenal)2,6- dimethyl hept-5-en-1-alMelon heptenalMelon aldehyde
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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 safety of 2,6-Dimethyl-5-heptenal has been evaluated by the Research Institute for Fragrance Materials (RIFM), and a peer-reviewed safety assessment has been published. The ingredient can be safely used in everyday products at typical usage levels. Various regulatory bodies worldwide have conducted safety assessments for this ingredient.