oriental musk fragrance

Oriental musk fragrance is a synthetic aromatic compound primarily characterized by its soft musk odor, typically described as low in strength. It belongs to the broader category of musk fragrances widely used to impart a warm, animalic scent in perfumery and fragranced products. The compound generally appears as a colorless to pale liquid and exhibits selective solubility, dissolving readily in alcohol but not in water. This fragrance is sometimes referenced simply as oriental musk and shares olfactory characteristics common to musk analogues. Its use in the fragrance industry stems from its ability to complement oriental scent profiles. For comprehensive chemical information, this compound corresponds to entries found in controlled-vocabulary databases such as PubChem. The material is typically synthesized and not harvested from natural musk sources.

Oriental musk fragrance does not occur naturally but is synthesized for use primarily in fragranced products of all types, including perfumes, body care items, and household scents. Its musk note contributes to oriental and warm scent accords favored in many contemporary fragrance compositions. Due to its solubility in alcohol, it is particularly suitable for ethanol-based formulations. Regulatory bodies such as IFRA (Global) provide guidelines on its safe usage levels, which are monitored to ensure product safety and consumer compliance. This fragrance ingredient is not intended for flavoring purposes and is restricted to olfactory applications only.

Oriental musk fragrance demonstrates selective solubility, dissolving in alcohol while remaining insoluble in water, a property that influences its incorporation into ethanol-based fragrance formulations. Its low-strength musk odor allows subtle enhancement of warm, animalic scent profiles without overpowering other components. The compound's physical and chemical attributes facilitate its use as a fixative, helping to prolong fragrance longevity. Its vapor pressure and volatility are consistent with similar synthetic musks, permitting controlled evaporation rates. These characteristics make it adaptable for diverse fragranced products, though its incompatibility with aqueous systems requires formulation considerations.

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Safety information

Hazards identification
Classification of the substance or mixture
GHS Classification in accordance with 29 CFR 1910 (OSHA HCS)
None found.
GHS Label elements, including precautionary statements
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Hazard statement(s)
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Precautionary statement(s)
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Oral/Parenteral Toxicity:
Not determined
Dermal Toxicity:
Not determined
Inhalation Toxicity:
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Safety in use information

Category:
fragranced products of all types
Recommendation for oriental musk fragrance flavor usage levels up to:
	not for flavor use.

Safety references

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