Ethyl Linalyl Acetate, with CAS number 61931-80-4, is a synthetic aroma chemical commonly used in perfumery for its pleasant floral and fruity scent profile. It is often employed to enhance the freshness and complexity of fragrances, particularly in floral and fruity accords. This compound typically sits in the top to middle notes of a formula, contributing to the overall olfactory experience without overpowering other ingredients. Ethyl Linalyl Acetate is valued for its ability to blend well with other materials, making it a versatile choice for perfumers. In terms of safety and regulatory considerations, it is important to note that, like many fragrance ingredients, it may be subject to IFRA restrictions depending on its concentration in the final product. While it is not commonly listed as a major allergen, it is advisable for formulators to consider potential sensitivities in consumers and to adhere to best practices in fragrance formulation. — AI-generated summary, 2026-09-02.
A softer, rounder, and more tenacious cousin of linalyl acetate. Fresh floral-fruity with a bergamot-lavender character, but with less citrus sparkle and more of a smooth pear-like fruity floral body. Adds a clean, elegant lift to florals without the sharp brightness of the acetate.AI · claude-opus-4-7
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Colorless, slightly oily liquid.
Very slightly soluble in water, soluble in alcohol, propylene glycol, mineral oil and perfume oils.
Sweet, floral, refreshing and rather light odor with a trace of a fruity note. More floral and less fruity than Linalyl acetate.
Sweet, yet slightly woody-floral taste remotely reminiscent of canned pears.
This ester is being used on an increasing scale in perfumery, and seems not only to substitute Linalyl acetate in many cases, but it expands the field of usage of that ester to areas hitherto beyond the effective limits of Linalyl acetate. The subject ester has greater stability, richer odor and better tenacity. It improves the 'Bergamot-effect' of a composition where Linalyl acetate has previously been used. It also blends excellently with the conventional perfume and soap perfume materials with almost no limits of application.
Produced by acetylation of dehydro-ethyl linalool, followed by hydrogenation of the dehydro-ester.