Description

Patchouli Alcohol is a key sesquiterpene alcohol and the primary aromatic constituent responsible for the characteristic, earthy, and long-lasting scent of patchouli oil. Its unique and stable fragrance profile makes it an indispensable building block in the creation of sophisticated, woody, and oriental perfume accords. This high-purity ingredient is essential for manufacturers in the fragrance, flavor, and aromatherapy industries seeking consistent quality and reliable supply of a natural isolate.

Application

• Fine Fragrance Formulation: Serves as a core base note and fixative in perfumery, imparting a distinctive earthy, woody, and balsamic character to perfumes, colognes, and eau de toilettes.
• Flavor Enhancer: Used in trace amounts to add complexity and earthy nuances to certain food and beverage flavor profiles, particularly in specialty products.
• Aromatherapy & Wellness Products: Incorporated into essential oil blends, diffusers, candles, and massage oils for its grounding and calming aromatic properties.
• Cosmetic & Personal Care: A valued fragrance component in soaps, lotions, creams, and other skincare products where a natural, earthy scent is desired.
• Natural Ingredient Sourcing: Used as a standardized reference material and a high-value natural isolate for companies specializing in botanicals and natural extracts.
• Chemical Synthesis Intermediate: Acts as a chiral starting material or intermediate in the organic synthesis of more complex fragrance molecules and fine chemicals.

Basic Information

Product Name	Patchouli Alcohol
CAS No.	5986-55-0
Molecular Formula	C15H26O
Molecular Weight	222.37 g/mol
Synonyms	(-)-Patchouli Alcohol; Pogostol; (1R,4R,4aR,6R)-4,4a-Dimethyl-6-(prop-1-en-2-yl)-1,2,3,4,5,6-hexahydronaphthalen-1-ol; 1,2,3,4,5,6,7,8-Octahydro-2,2,6,8-tetramethyl-1-naphthalenol; Patchouli Camphor; NSC 406914
EINECS	227-795-8

Quality Control

Our Patchouli Alcohol is produced and tested under strict quality management protocols to ensure it meets the exacting standards of the fragrance and flavor industries. Each batch is accompanied by a comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles. We adhere to relevant industry guidelines, and specifications can be tailored to meet specific customer requirements, including those for natural and kosher-grade materials.

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). This product is easily oxidized and should be kept under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen) for long-term storage to maintain optimal stability and prevent degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow viscous liquid or crystals
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Assay (GC)	≥ 95.0%
Optical Rotation	-90° to -110° (c=1 in CHCl3)
Refractive Index	1.505 - 1.525 @ 20°C
Specific Gravity	0.970 - 0.995 @ 20°C
Related Substances (GC)	Complies with internal standards

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