{"product_id":"helvetolide-firmenich","title":"Helvetolide® – White Musk (Firmenich) | Perfumery Raw Material","description":"\u003ch2\u003eHelvetolide® – Firmenich\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHelvetolide belongs to the family of contemporary musk molecules that have replaced the animalic, often heavy character of classic musks with a light, fruity-powdery presence. Notably, it is produced through an upcycling process from a by-product of the paper industry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eOdor character\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMusky, powdery, with ambrette and fruity nuances (official technical descriptors)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVolatile, pear-like facets with soft ambrette undertones (manufacturer's description)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWarmth and fullness across the entire scent development – perceptible from top to base note\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eColorless, liquid\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eRole in the formula\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHelvetolide stands out for its unusual volatility for a musk molecule – its chemical structure gives formulas presence as early as the top note, while its effect, according to the manufacturer, remains perceptible from the first to the last impression. It fixes a composition without suppressing it, can gently shift floral notes, and rounds out fruity notes without leaving an artificial, \"functional\" aftertaste.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAccording to Firmenich, the origins of the company's musk research reach back to the 1939 Nobel Prize in Chemistry – since then Firmenich has been regarded as one of the leading houses for musk materials. Helvetolide continues this tradition with a contemporary profile reminiscent of ambrette seed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eUse in perfumery\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHelvetolide is suited to musky accords, fruity-floral compositions, and functional applications such as shower gel, shampoo and fabric softener, where manufacturer data reports stable substantivity. Official concentration figures from Firmenich vary widely by application – from traces in functional products to higher proportions in fine fragrance, where it runs through all three scent phases (top, heart and base).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePractical note: dissolving, storing, combining\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDissolving:\u003c\/strong\u003e Soluble in ethanol and common perfumery solvents, practically insoluble in water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStoring:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dry, unopened containers, optimal storage temperature 11–25 °C. Always keep in original packaging, away from oxidizing agents.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCombining:\u003c\/strong\u003e Proven in combination with floral and fruity notes, to which it lends volume and richness without altering their character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eOrigin – upcycling from the paper industry\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHelvetolide is not made from newly cultivated raw materials but is derived from turpentine – a by-product that arises when softwood (such as Pinus contorta) is processed into paperboard in the paper industry. Fractional distillation yields alpha- and beta-pinene, which serve as starting materials for the subsequent synthesis. According to Firmenich's Eco Ingredient Compass, Helvetolide contains over 50% renewable carbon – a figure that refers to the origin of the raw material and should be considered independently of the biodegradability of the finished molecule (see safety information).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eSafety information\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAccording to the current safety data sheet from Firmenich Grasse SAS (version 10.1, 19 Mar 2026), Helvetolide is classified under CLP Regulation (EC) No. 1272\/2008 as: \u003cstrong\u003eAquatic Chronic 2, H411\u003c\/strong\u003e (toxic to aquatic life with long-lasting effects), pictogram GHS09. Not a PBT or vPvB substance, not assessed as an endocrine disruptor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eToxicological data: oral and dermal LD50 (rat) each above 2,000 mg\/kg (OECD 401\/402). The Ames test for mutagenicity was negative. According to the safety data sheet, the substance is considered \u003cstrong\u003enot readily biodegradable\u003c\/strong\u003e – independently of the high share of renewable carbon in the raw-material origin (see above). The flash point is 139 °C, the auto-ignition temperature 294 °C. For transport: UN 3082, Class 9, Packing Group III, classified as a marine pollutant. In Germany, water hazard class 2 applies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePhysico-chemical properties\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eManufacturer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFirmenich Grasse SAS (dsm-firmenich)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCAS name\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1-Propanol, 2-[1-(3,3-dimethyl-cyclohexyl)ethoxy]-2-methyl-, propanoate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProduct code\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eW08120\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCAS no.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e141773-73-1\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEC no.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e415-490-5\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eREACH registration number\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e01-0000016242-80\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMolecular weight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e284 g\/mol\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAppearance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eColorless, low-viscosity liquid\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLog Kow\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4.68\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWater solubility\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInsoluble\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFlash point\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e139 °C\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAuto-ignition temperature\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e294 °C\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBiodegradability\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNot readily biodegradable (official SDS)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRenewable carbon (raw-material origin)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u0026gt;50% (Eco Ingredient Compass)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is Helvetolide?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHelvetolide is a synthetic musk molecule by Firmenich with a powdery-fruity character reminiscent of ambrette seed. It is produced through an upcycling process from turpentine, a by-product of the paper industry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is Helvetolide typically used for?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFor musky accords and fruity-floral compositions, as well as functional applications such as shower gel, shampoo and fabric softener.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs Helvetolide biodegradable?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAccording to Firmenich's current safety data sheet, the substance is considered not readily biodegradable. Independently of this, the raw material derives more than 50% from renewable carbon according to the Eco Ingredient Compass – a figure that refers to origin, not degradation behavior.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs Helvetolide classified as hazardous?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes, with the classification Aquatic Chronic 2 (H411) – toxic to aquatic life with long-lasting effects. No further hazard classifications according to the current safety data sheet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eHazard Information (CLP Labelling)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv style='border:1px solid #d0d0d0;border-radius:8px;padding:16px;max-width:640px;'\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src='https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0902\/1341\/7296\/files\/GHS09_diamond.png?v=1785669738' alt='GHS09' width='90' height='90' style='display:inline-block;vertical-align:middle;'\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHazard statements (H):\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eH411 – Toxic to aquatic life with long-lasting effects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrecautionary statements (P):\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eP273 – Avoid release to the environment.\u003cbr\u003eP391 – Collect spillage.\u003cbr\u003eP501 – Dispose of contents\/container in accordance with local regulations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style='font-size:13px;color:#555;'\u003eSubstance: Helvetolide® (CAS 141773-73-1). The relevant CLP hazard-labelling elements (pictogram and H and P statements) pursuant to Regulation (EC) No 1272\/2008 (CLP), as amended, are reproduced here in full. No signal word is prescribed for this classification. The legally binding labelling appears on the packaging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eImportant note\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis product is a perfumery raw material intended exclusively for fragrance development, creative experimentation, education and the study of perfumery materials. It is not a finished cosmetic product. 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