Para-cresyl acetate

Para-Cresyl Acetate is a distinctive fragrance ingredient valued in perfumery for its rich, sweet floral character with pronounced honeyed nuances. Its scent profile is often described as warm, narcotic, and slightly animalic, evoking the impression of orange blossom and jasmine accords with a deep honey-like sweetness.

The material typically appears as a clear to pale liquid with moderate viscosity, and is appreciated for its powerful olfactory effect and excellent tenacity within fragrance compositions. Even in small amounts, it contributes a deep floral richness and natural warmth to the heart of a fragrance.

In practical perfumery, Para-Cresyl Acetate is frequently used to enhance white floral accords, particularly those inspired by jasmine, orange blossom, and narcotic floral bouquets. It blends especially well with indolic florals, tuberose, jasmine, orange blossom materials, and balsamic notes, helping to create fuller, more natural and opulent floral compositions.