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Laboratory-produced 3,7-dimethyl-1-octanyl acetate is molecularly identical to the natural ingredient found in mint, except that its synthesis does not depend on seasonal fluctuations or environmental conditions.
The use of laboratory-produced 3,7-dimethyl-1-octanyl acetate can significantly reduce the environmental footprint compared to extraction from natural sources, as less land, water, and energy are required to produce the same quantity of the ingredient.
Despite its technical name, this ingredient offers remarkable versatility to perfumers, contributing to fragrances ranging from fresh and crisp to rich and floral, depending on the concentration and combinations with other ingredients.
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.