Description

Khusimol CAS NO 16223-63-5 is a high-purity sesquiterpene alcohol, a key aromatic constituent found in vetiver oil. This compound matters for its unique, earthy, and woody olfactory profile, which is highly valued in creating sophisticated and long-lasting fragrance accords. It is primarily needed by manufacturers in the fragrance and flavor industry, as well as by research and development laboratories focusing on natural product chemistry and aroma synthesis.

Application

• Fragrance Formulation: Serves as a crucial middle-to-base note in premium perfumes, colognes, and personal care products, imparting a rich, woody, and earthy character.
• Flavor Enhancement: Used in trace amounts to add depth and complexity to certain savory and tobacco flavor profiles.
• Aromatherapy & Wellness: Incorporated into essential oil blends and diffuser products for its grounding and calming aromatic properties.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Acts as a valuable chiral intermediate or starting material for the synthesis of more complex fragrance molecules and pharmaceuticals.
• Academic & Industrial Research: Utilized as a reference standard in analytical chemistry (GC, GC-MS) for the identification and quantification of vetiver oil components.
• Natural Product Isolation: Sourced for studies investigating the biological activity and chemical composition of natural extracts.

Basic Information

Product Name	Khusimol
CAS No.	16223-63-5
Molecular Formula	C15H26O
Molecular Weight	222.37 g/mol
Synonyms	(-)-Khusimol; (1R,4aS,8aS)-1,4a-Dimethyl-7-(propan-2-yl)-1,2,3,4,4a,5,6,8a-octahydronaphthalen-1-ol; Vetiverol; Vetiver alcohol; 1-Octahydro-1,4a-dimethyl-7-(1-methylethyl)-1-naphthalenol; Khusimyl alcohol
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Quality Control

Our Khusimol is produced and tested to meet the stringent requirements of the fragrance and research industries. We employ advanced analytical techniques including GC, GC-MS, and HPLC to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, specific rotation, and chromatographic profile is provided with each batch to guarantee full traceability 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). Due to its light-sensitive and easily oxidized nature, it is recommended to store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) for long-term preservation of quality. Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow viscous liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Assay (GC)	≥ 95.0%
Specific Rotation	-20° to -30° (c=1 in CHCl3)
Refractive Index	1.505 - 1.515 @ 20°C
Relative Density	0.980 - 1.000 @ 20°C

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