Description

Dihydroactinidiolide is a naturally occurring, potent aroma compound classified as a norisoprenoid. It is highly valued for its unique organoleptic properties, contributing warm, woody, and tobacco-like notes with a subtle tea nuance. This specialty flavor and fragrance ingredient is essential for formulators seeking to create sophisticated, natural-smelling profiles in premium consumer products. Key industries that utilize this material include fine fragrance, personal care, and high-end flavor creation.

Application

• Fine Fragrance Formulation: Used as a key heart and base note to impart warm, woody, and tobacco-like accords in perfumes and colognes.
• Flavor Enhancement: Employed in premium food and beverage flavors, particularly for creating or enhancing tea, tobacco, and fruity nuances.
• Personal Care Products: Incorporated into soaps, lotions, and shampoos to provide a sophisticated and lasting scent character.
• Aromatherapy & Home Scents: Serves as a component in diffuser oils, candles, and room sprays for its rich and comforting aroma.
• Tobacco Flavoring: Used to modify and improve the sensory profile of tobacco products.
• Natural Product Synthesis: Acts as a valuable intermediate or reference standard in the synthesis of complex natural products and aroma chemicals.

Basic Information

Product Name	Dihydroactinidiolide
CAS No.	15356-74-8
Molecular Formula	C11H16O2
Molecular Weight	180.24 g/mol
Synonyms	4,5-Dihydro-5,6,7,7a-tetrahydro-4,4,7a-trimethyl-2(4H)-benzofuranone; 4,5-Dihydroactinidiolide; 5,6-Dihydro-7,7a-dihydro-4,4,7a-trimethyl-2(4H)-benzofuranone; Actinidiolide, dihydro-; Dihydroactinidiolide (natural); Tobacco lactone; Tea lactone; FEMA 4020
EINECS	239-388-5

Quality Control

Our Dihydroactinidiolide is produced and tested to meet the stringent requirements of the flavor and fragrance industry. Quality is assured through rigorous analytical controls including Gas Chromatography (GC) and GC-Mass Spectrometry (GC-MS) to confirm identity, purity, and olfactory profile. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing assay, specific rotation, and organoleptic properties is provided with each batch to ensure consistency and compliance with your specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents and heat sources to maintain stability and shelf life.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Specific Rotation	Contact for details
Refractive Index (20°C)	Contact for details
Relative Density (20°C)	Contact for details

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.