Diethyl sebacate

At a glance

Diethyl sebacate is a synthetic diester of sebacic acid, providing a mild fruity‑sweet, waxy aroma; it functions as a fragrance modifier, solvent and fixative in many perfume compositions.

Category
⚗️ Synthetic
Origin
chemical synthesis
Extraction
Chemical synthesis
Chemical family
Aliphatic ester
CAS number
110-40-7
Profile
soft, sweet, slightly fruity
IFRA status
Not restricted
● drafted · last checked 2026-09-01