Cashmeran® IFF (AC)
Fragrance : Cashmeran is known for its warm, woody and musky scent profile. It has a unique complexity, with a combination of spicy, powdery and slightly fruity nuances. Often described as the softness of cashmere, it adds depth and sensuality to perfumes.
Fragrance group : musk
Fragrance strength : medium
Fragrance duration : up to 48 hours on fragrance strip
Recommended dosage: 0.1 to 5%
Appearance : a solid at room temperature. It is available in crystalline or powder form. However, it is readily soluble, making it easy to incorporate into liquid fragrance compositions. When heated gently in a bain-marie it becomes liquid.
CAS : 33704-61-9
EINECS : 251-649-3
IFRA advice: up to 3.8% in end product (Cat.4)


Cashmeran is widely used in both male and female fragrances, often as a base note to provide longevity and richness. It blends beautifully with amber, floral and oriental accords, making it a versatile choice in modern perfumery.
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Cashmeran is a widely used synthetic ingredient in perfumery, valued for its ability to add depth, warmth and refinement to fragrances. It is most commonly used as a base note because of its unique woody, musky and slightly spicy aroma, reminiscent of the softness of cashmere.
Ways to use it effectively:
- Base Note : Cashmeran is usually used as a base note because of its warm, woody and musky properties. It gives depth and longevity to the fragrance.
- Blend : It blends beautifully with floral, oriental and ambery accords, adding complexity and a soft, sensual quality. It is especially effective in woody compositions or modern gourmand fragrances.
- Enhancer : Cashmeran has unique diffusion properties that help to enhance other notes, making them more prominent and adding a refined texture to the perfume.
- Versatility : It works well in a variety of fragrances, from fresh and clean to deep and seductive compositions. Perfumers often use it to evoke the cozy feeling of cashmere or to create a sense of elegance and warmth.
- Dosage : The concentration of Cashmeran can vary depending on the desired impact. Small doses add subtle warmth, while higher concentrations emphasize its full musky and woody presence.
Whether you are designing a fragrance or exploring fragrance combinations, Cashmeran is a fantastic element to experiment with!
In perfumes, Cashmeran often complements floral, ambery and oriental notes, creating a harmonious and balanced composition. It improves the longevity of the fragrance and provides a soft, diffused quality. Cashmeran is versatile and is used in a wide range of perfumes, from fresh and clean scents to rich, sensual creations.
Well-known perfumes that contain Cashmeran:
- Molecule 05 – Escentric Molecules : A minimalist fragrance that puts Cashmeran in the spotlight.
- 18 Cadjmere – Pierre Guillaume Paris : Warm, woody notes with a touch of sensuality.
- Ambre Cashmere Intense – Nicolai Paris : A rich amber fragrance with the softness of Cashmeran.
- Fleur Narcotique – Ex Nihilo : A refined floral fragrance with depth.
- Rouge Smoking – BDK Parfums : A modern fragrance with sweet and warming accents.
- Eros Flame – Versace : A powerful, sensual fragrance in which Cashmeran plays a prominent role.
- Plum Japonais – Tom Ford : A luxurious oriental fragrance with Cashmeran as a supporting note.
IFRA Assessment for Cashmeran® (CAS 33704-61-9)
INCI Name: 6,7-Dihydro-1,1,2,3,3-pentamethyl-4(5H)-indanone
Producer: IFF (International Flavors & Fragrances)
Use: Fragrance material with a warm, woody, musky character – widely used in perfumes, personal care, and home care products.
IFRA Categories & Maximum Usage Levels:
| IFRA Category | Example Application | Max. % Cashmeran® |
|---|---|---|
| Category 1 | Lip balm, lipsticks | 0.0063% |
| Category 2 | Deodorants, antiperspirants | 0.26% |
| Category 3 | Face products | 0.019% |
| Category 4 | Perfumes, eau de toilette | 3.8% |
| Category 5A | Body lotions, creams | 0.31% |
| Category 5B | Hand creams | 0.025% |
| Category 5C | Baby wipes | 0.038% |
| Category 6 | Oral care | 0.0063% |
| Category 7A/7B | Hair care | 0.031% |
| Category 8 | Baby care | 0.0084% |
| Category 9 | Rinse-off products (shower gels) | 0.13% |
| Category 10A/10B | Household sprays, air fresheners | 0.13–0.28% |
| Category 11A/11B | Laundry detergents, softeners | 0.0084% |
| Category 12 | Candles, scent blocks | 9.4% |
Note: Cashmeran® is not banned by IFRA but has restricted usage due to potential skin sensitization. The above limits are based on safety assessments by RIFM.
| Eigenschap / Property / Eigenschaft | Nederlands | English | Deutsch |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chemische naam / Chemical name / Chemischer Name | 6,7-Dihydro-1,1,2,3,3-pentamethyl-4(5H)-indanone | Same | Gleich |
| CAS-nummer / CAS number / CAS-Nummer | 33704-61-9 | 33704-61-9 | 33704-61-9 |
| EINECS-nummer / EINECS number / EINECS-Nummer | 251-649-3 | 251-649-3 | 251-649-3 |
| Molecuulformule / Molecular formula / Summenformel | C₁₄H₂₂O | C₁₄H₂₂O | C₁₄H₂₂O |
| Molecuulgewicht / Molecular weight / Molare Masse | 206,33 g/mol | 206.33 g/mol | 206,33 g/mol |
| Vorm / Appearance / Aussehen | Kristallijn poeder of vaste stof | Crystalline powder or solid | Kristallines Pulver oder Feststoff |
| Kleur / Color / Farbe | Kleurloos tot lichtgeel | Colorless to pale yellow | Farblos bis blassgelb |
| Geurprofiel / Odor profile / Duftprofil | Warm, houtachtig, muskusachtig, poederig | Warm, woody, musky, powdery | Warm, holzig, moschusartig, pudrig |
| Oplosbaarheid / Solubility / Löslichkeit | Goed oplosbaar in geurige oplosmiddelen | Soluble in fragrance solvents | Löslich in Duftlösungsmitteln |
| Relatieve dichtheid (20 °C) / Relative density / Dichte | 0,9567 – 0,9667 | 0.9567 – 0.9667 | 0,9567 – 0,9667 |
| Brekingsindex / Refractive index / Brechungsindex | 1,4970 – 1,5020 | 1.4970 – 1.5020 | 1,4970 – 1,5020 |
| Dampdruk (23 °C) / Vapor pressure / Dampfdruck | 0,009316 mm Hg | 0.009316 mm Hg | 0,009316 mm Hg |
| Log P | 4,20 | 4.20 | 4,20 |
| Substantiviteit / Substantivity / Substantivität | Tot 48 uur op geurstrip | Up to 48 hours on blotter | Bis zu 48 Stunden auf Teststreifen |
| Aanbevolen dosering / Recommended dosage / Dosierungsempfehlung | 0,1–5% (max. 3,8% volgens IFRA Cat. 4) | 0.1–5% (up to 3.8% under IFRA Cat. 4) | 0,1–5 % (max. 3,8 % gemäß IFRA Kat. 4) |
| Houdbaarheid / Shelf life / Haltbarkeit | 36 maanden (droog, gesloten bewaren) | 36 months (sealed, cool, dry) | 36 Monate (ungeöffnet, trocken, kühl lagern) |
