Z11™ 10 MIP (Firmenich) AC

Z11™ 10 MIP from Firmenich is a versatile and powerful ingredient in perfumery, known for its dry, woody, and ambery notes with a strong trigeminal effect.

How it can be used:

1. Base Notes: Z11™ 10 MIP is ideal for creating long-lasting base notes in perfumes. Its tenacity ensures the fragrance remains noticeable for hours.
2. Blending: It pairs beautifully with other woody, amber, and musky ingredients, enhancing the depth and richness of the composition.
3. Dilution: Typically used as a 10% dilution in DIPG (Diisopropyl glycol), it can be further diluted depending on the desired intensity in the formula.
4. Applications: Z11™ 10 MIP works well in fine fragrances, candles, and even personal care products like shampoos and soaps, adding a sophisticated and elegant touch.
5. Layering: It can be layered with lighter floral or citrus notes to create a balanced and multidimensional scent.

While specific formulations are proprietary, it is known to be featured in high-quality fragrances, including some by Paco Rabanne, such as One Million.
Additionally, it is a popular choice for niche and luxury perfumes due to its unique olfactory profile.

Synonyms:
– Ambermore Ketal (Aromor)
– Amberketal (Givaudan)
– Amber Oxepin

How smell is perceived is based on the Trigeminal Nerve:
– 1/3 of people smell it “normal”
– 1/3 smells very strong
– 1/3 are agnostic, but do perceive the scent in a composition, confirming that the Z11 effect is very powerful.