Cedrene

At a glance

Cedrene is a sesquiterpene hydrocarbon from cedarwood oil (mainly Juniperus virginiana), imparting a dry, woody‑spicy cedar note used as a base and fixative in perfumery.

Category
⚗️ Synthetic
Origin
Cedarwood oil
Extraction
Chemical synthesis
Chemical family
Sesquiterpene hydrocarbon
CAS number
11028-42-5
Profile
woody, dry, slightly spicy
IFRA status
Restricted, concentration limits under IFRA standards (listed as "Cedrene", CAS 11028-42-5)
● drafted · last checked 2026-08-26