OlfactionaryAldehyde C-8
At a glance
A synthetic C‑8 aliphatic aldehyde (octanal) produced from petrochemical precursors; it adds a fresh, citrus‑green, slightly fatty‑waxy character that brightens top‑notes in many modern fragrances.
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