Use in perfumery

• Application:
  • Base note in woody and oriental perfumes
  • Amplifier of sandalwood chords
  • Adds volume and diffusion to floral and cologne compositions
• Dosage: Often in low percentages (<1%) due to high intensity.

 

Fragrance profile of Sandal cyclopropane

First Impression (Top)

• Fresh and bright: an unexpected cologne-like freshness that distinguishes the molecule from traditional sandalwood.
• Floral hint: light hints of rose and tropical flowers, giving it not only a woody but airy feel.

Heart (Middle)

• Creamy sandalwood: the core of the fragrance is warm, soft and milky, similar to natural sandalwood but with more intensity.
• Tropical-woody: an exotic nuance reminiscent of sun-drenched wood and a hint of coconut fat.
• Spicy accents: subtly peppery and slightly dry, making the character more complex and less linear.

Base (Drydown)

• Deep and long-lasting: the fragrance remains extremely long-lasting, even in low doses.
• Balsamic and leathery: an undertone of leather and patchouli-like earth gives firmness and depth.
• Diffusion: Sandal cyclopropane is known for its enormous projection; a drop can fill an entire composition.

Fragrance character in perfumery

• Modern alternative to sandalwood: where natural sandalwood is warm and subtle, Sandal cyclopropane brings a powerful, fresh and tropical dimension.
• Combinations: works beautifully with floral accords (rose, jasmine), as well as spicy notes (cardamom, pepper) and fresh citrus.
• Role in compositions: often used as a base note that gives a perfume structure and volume, but also as a bridge between fresh top notes and deep wood bases.

In summary:

Sandal cyclopropane is a powerful sandalwood molecule that gives perfumes a tropical-romantic, fresh-floral and peppery-woody dimension.

It has both playful and professional uses: a molecule that translates the classic warmth of sandalwood into a modern, sparkling signature.

 

Aromachemicals with a similar fragrance profile to Sandal cyclopropane (Javanol) are mainly synthetic sandalwood molecules such as Javanol, Polysantol, Bacdanol, Ebanol, Firsantol, Sanjinol and Okoumal.

They share a woody, creamy, sandalwood-like character with nuances of florality or balsamic warmth.

Comparable sandalwood aromachemicals

High-impact molecules

• Javanol (CAS 198404-98-7) – extremely powerful, creamy sandalwood with fresh, floral nuances.
• Polysantol – elegant, warm sandalwood, slightly softer and less diffuse.
• Bacdanol – creamy, soft sandalwood, often used as a base in modern perfumes

 

Creamy and floral varieties

• Ebanol – woody, creamy, slightly floral; gives depth and fixation.
• Firsantol – fresh, bright sandalwood, with a cologne-like touch.
• Sanjinol – similar to Bacdanol, but depending on manufacturer different name

 

Related woody molecules

• Okoumal – woody, balsamic, with spicy undertones; often used as a fixative.
• Sandalore – a classic synthetic sandalwood molecule, less powerful but warm and soft.
• Isocyclocitral – fresh-woody, less creamy, but related in diffusion.

 

Smell character

• All of the above molecules have a sandalwood-like profile: warm, creamy, woody, often with floral or spicy nuances.
• Sandal cyclopropane/Javanol is distinguished by its extreme strength and freshness, which is why it is often used in very low doses (<0.1%).
• Molecules such as Polysantol and Bacdanol are softer and rounder, ideal for a more subtle sandalwood accord.

 

Comparison Chart

Name	Aroma Profile	Strength / Diffusion	Use / Application
Javanol	Extremely powerful, creamy sandalwood with fresh floral touch	Very high	Main molecule in modern sandalwood accords
Polysantol	Elegant, warm sandalwood, slightly softer and less diffuse	High	Luxurious wood base, combines well with florals
Bacdanol	Creamy, soft sandalwood, comfortable and round	Medium	Basic building block in modern perfumes
Sandal Cyclopropane	Tropical, creamy, fresh woody with floral and cologne nuances	Very high	Alternative to Javanol; powerful and versatile in modern wood chords
Ebanol	Woody, creamy, slightly floral; gives depth and fixation	Medium	Fixative and depth giver in floral and woody perfumes
Firsantol	Fresh, clear sandalwood with cologne-like freshness	Medium	Ideal for fresh wood accords and colognes
Sanjinol	Similar to Bacdanol; depends on manufacturer	Medium	Alternative to Bacdanol; test batch specific
Okoumal	Woody, balsamic with spicy undertones	Low-medium	Fixative in woody and amber perfumes
Sandalore	Classic synthetic sandalwood; warm, soft, friendly	Medium	Affordable base for sandalwood character
Isocyclocitral	Fresh-woody, less creamy but good diffusive	Medium	Lightens creamy wood tones, gives freshness

💡 Tips for use in perfumery

• Sandal Cyclopropane is an excellent choice for modern wood accords with a tropical, fresh and creamy character. Use in low doses (0.05-0.5%) due to high impact.
• Combine Javanol or Sandal Cyclopropane with floral notes (such as rose or jasmine) for a radiant, long-lasting wood base.
• Use Polysantol, Bacdanol or Sanjinol as creamy base components in soft, elegant perfumes.
• Add Ebanol for depth and fixation; Firsantol for freshness and brightness.
• Okoumal and Sandalore are ideal as supporting fixatives in woody and amber compositions.
• Isocyclocitral is useful to lighten heavy wood tones and give a fresh elevator to the whole.