Amyl Salicylate
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Amyl Salicylate

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Note Profile

Molecule 22 perfumes

About

Amyl Salicylate has a fresh, green, slightly floral scent reminiscent of hyacinth or cyclamen, with a soft, sweet undertone. It is commonly used to impart a natural green-floral nuance to perfumes, enhancing the freshness and radiance of floral bouquets. Its subtle soapy and slightly balsamic character also makes it a popular choice in soap fragrances.

Scent Profile

Amyl Salicylate has a fresh, green-floral scent with nuances reminiscent of hyacinth, cyclamen, and a subtle sweetness. It opens with a leafy, slightly balsamic character that becomes softly soapy and luminous as it dries down. The note imparts a gentle radiance and a clean, natural impression in compositions.

ScentWheel

Breadthfocused
EnvelopeHeart · ~8h lasting
Family Floral, Green & Aromatic

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What this is made of

amyl salicylate

Names this molecule

CAS 2050-08-0

The note name IS the molecule. We also hold isoamyl salicylate (87-20-7), a different isomer - the edge names which.

Declarable allergen
Named in EU Annex III as Amyl Salicylate products must list this name above a set concentration

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Why that matters

A perfume that names Amyl Salicylate can use a different extract, a reformulated version, or a synthetic reconstruction. It can also hold less than the amount that requires a declaration. We cannot tell which applies. These rows cover only the substances we hold a link for.

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Origin

Amyl Salicylate is a synthetic compound produced through the esterification of salicylic acid with amyl alcohol. It does not occur naturally and is manufactured in laboratories for use in perfumery and personal care products. Its consistent quality and stability make it a reliable ingredient for industrial fragrance creation.

Usage in Perfumery

Perfumers use Amyl Salicylate primarily in the heart and top notes to add green-floral freshness and subtle sweetness. It blends well with floral notes such as lily of the valley, jasmine, and rose, as well as with other green and aldehydic materials. It is also widely employed in soap fragrances for its clean, radiant effect.

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Perfumes featuring Amyl Salicylate

A selection of reviewed perfumes where Amyl Salicylate appears prominently.

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