Damascone-Beta®
- CAS number
- 35044-68-9
- IFRA Standard status
- Concentration restricted
The information here describes the ingredient in general. Its possible sources may vary and do not necessarily show the origin or form used in a particular YUMA product. For product-specific information, check the relevant product page.
Description
Damascone-Beta® is an important perfumery ingredient used to bring a multidimensional character to fruity and peach notes. It imparts a distinct ripe apple impression to fragrance compositions, enriching their complexity. In nature, it occurs in extremely small quantities in Damask Rose Absolute, as well as in the aroma of certain tea and tobacco varieties.
The discovery of rose ketones in 1965 by chemists P. Ruzicka and Dr. Demole was a milestone for the fragrance industry, paving the way for the synthesis of an entire category of crucial molecules. Damascone-Beta® differs from Damascone-Alpha® in that it is more fruity and sweet, whereas the latter is characterized by earthier and more intense notes.
Due to certain usage restrictions, it is often replaced by Verdox®, a molecule with similar properties that is not subject to equivalent restrictions.
Additional information
Just 0.5 grams of Damascone-Beta® is contained in every kilo of Damask Rose Absolute! This incredibly low concentration (0.05%) makes isolating it from natural sources extremely difficult and costly.
The discovery of rose ketones in 1965 changed the world of perfumery forever. Prior to this discovery, perfumers could not accurately reproduce the complex aroma of the rose.
Your next cup of tea or cigarette you smell contains natural traces of Damascone-Beta®. This molecule contributes to the characteristic aroma of certain tea and tobacco varieties, creating an unexpected connection between these everyday products and fine perfumery.
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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.
IFRA restrictions by category
IFRA categories group end uses by the type and level of exposure. A restriction or maximum concentration applies only to the stated category and does not automatically apply to another use. Check the related IFRA document for the applicable Standard version and its full conditions.
- 1. Lip products and children's toysMax concentration0.0077%
- 2. Deodorants and antiperspirantsMax concentration0.0023%
- 3. Face cosmetics and masksMax concentration0.046%
- 4. Perfumes and fragranced productsMax concentration0.043%
- 5A. Body lotions and powdersMax concentration0.011%
- 5B. Face moisturizers and tonersMax concentration0.011%
- 5C. Hand creams and sanitizersMax concentration0.011%
- 5D. Baby care productsMax concentration0.011%
- 6. Oral care productsMax concentration0.025%
- 7A. Rinse-off hair treatmentsMax concentration0.088%
- 7B. Leave-on hair productsMax concentration0.088%
- 8. Intimate care productsMax concentration0.0045%
- 9. Rinse-off body productsMax concentration0.084%
- 10A. Home care (non-aerosol)Max concentration0.3%
- 10B. Household aerosols and spraysMax concentration0.3%
- 11A. Products with minimal skin contact (no UV exposure)Max concentration0.17%
- 11B. Products with minimal skin contact (UV exposure)Max concentration0.17%
- 12. Products with no direct skin contactMax concentration–
| Category | Max concentration |
|---|---|
| 1. Lip products and children's toys | 0.0077% |
| 2. Deodorants and antiperspirants | 0.0023% |
| 3. Face cosmetics and masks | 0.046% |
| 4. Perfumes and fragranced products | 0.043% |
| 5A. Body lotions and powders | 0.011% |
| 5B. Face moisturizers and toners | 0.011% |
| 5C. Hand creams and sanitizers | 0.011% |
| 5D. Baby care products | 0.011% |
| 6. Oral care products | 0.025% |
| 7A. Rinse-off hair treatments | 0.088% |
| 7B. Leave-on hair products | 0.088% |
| 8. Intimate care products | 0.0045% |
| 9. Rinse-off body products | 0.084% |
| 10A. Home care (non-aerosol) | 0.3% |
| 10B. Household aerosols and sprays | 0.3% |
| 11A. Products with minimal skin contact (no UV exposure) | 0.17% |
| 11B. Products with minimal skin contact (UV exposure) | 0.17% |
| 12. Products with no direct skin contact | – |