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Mefranal

Code n° 10841TT - Givaudan Code n° 0010593

Olfactive note:

Citrus, Aldehydic, Geranium

Description:

Mefranal has a refreshing lemon geranium note with an aldehydic floral heart.

Chemical name:
3-Methyl-5-phenyl-1-pentanal

Formula: C₁₂H₁₆O
Molecular weight: 176.2
CAS No.: 55066-49-4
FEMA: -
Log P_ow: 3.3
Vapour pressure: 1.1998 hPa

Recommended application	Fine Fragrance and Personal Care
Recommended use level	Up to 2%
Appearance	Colourless liquid
Used in flavours	No

Stability

Base	pH	Odour
Acid cleaner	2	Poor
Fabric Conditioner	3	Good
Antiperspirant	3.5	Good
Toiletries	6	Good
APC	9	Good
Fabric detergent liquid	9	Good
Soap	10	Good
Powder detergent	10.5	Moderate
Liquid bleach	11	Poor

Performance

Tenacity on blotter	Several weeks
Burning effectiveness	Good
Bloom in soap	Moderate

Substantivity damp	Good
Substantivity dry	Poor

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