2-Methylpentyl 2-methylvalerate
- CAS number
- 90397-38-9
- IFRA Standard status
- Not recorded
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The combination of pear and jasmine in 2-Methylpentyl 2-methylvalerate represents a classic pairing of fruity and floral notes, a technique perfumers call a "scent bridge" because it connects different fragrance families.
Fragrance scientists can precisely adjust ingredient ratios in the laboratory to achieve the exact aroma they want, something much more difficult with natural oils.
The shift toward sustainable synthetic ingredients like this one is part of a broader trend in the fragrance industry aimed at reducing pressure on natural jasmine reserves, which require about 8,000 flowers to produce just 1 gram of essential oil.
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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.