Bourgeonal (Givaudan) AC
The scent: Bourgeonal is an aromatic aldehyde with a scent profile that is often described as fresh, watery, floral, and green. It closely resembles the fragrance of lily of the valley, making it a popular choice in perfumery for creating delicate and uplifting floral compositions. Its unique aroma is both clean and slightly sweet, evoking a sense of freshness and purity.
CAS: 18127-01-0
EINECS:242-016-2
Fragrance strength: medium
The typical concentration in perfume formulations is low, as its powerful, diffusive scent can easily dominate.
Bourgeonal is an aldehyde. Its chemical structure contains an aldehyde functional group (-CHO), which is responsible for its characteristic green, fresh, and floral scent. Bourgeonal is often used in perfumery to recreate the smell of lily of the valley and other delicate floral notes.
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Bourgeonal is widely used in perfumery for its fresh, floral, and green scent, reminiscent of lily-of-the-valley (muguet).
Here are some of its key applications:
- Floral Fragrances: It enhances floral compositions, especially those featuring muguet or rose, adding a clean and aldehydic freshness.
- Highlighting Muguet Notes: Its signature lily-of-the-valley (muguet) scent makes it ideal for crafting delicate, fresh floral fragrances.
- Blending with Fresh Notes: Bourgeonal pairs beautifully with citrus, herbal, and aldehydic elements to create airy and clean compositions.
- Green and Aquatic Notes: Its watery and green qualities make it ideal for creating fresh, airy, and modern fragrance profiles.
- Accentuating Green Accords: It enhances green and watery aspects, adding an ethereal quality to both feminine and unisex perfumes.
- Stability in Products: Its chemical stability makes it a favorite in functional products like soaps and detergents, where its fresh scent profile shines.
- Layering with Aldehydes: It pairs well with aldehydic and woody notes, adding depth and complexity to perfumes.
Its versatility and unique scent profile make it a popular choice in both fine fragrances and functional products.
