Alcohol C-10

Alcohol C-10 (Decanol) is a fragrance ingredient valued in perfumery for its soft, fatty, and slightly citrusy character. Its scent profile is typically described as clean, waxy, and mildly sweet, with subtle nuances reminiscent of orange peel and floral notes, supported by a gentle soapy and oily undertone.

The material usually appears as a clear, colorless liquid with moderate viscosity, and is appreciated for its smooth diffusion and understated presence in fragrance compositions. Its character is round and subdued, making it more of a supportive and textural component rather than a dominant note.

Alcohol C-10 is especially valued for its ability to add a creamy, fatty smoothness that enhances the body and naturalness of citrus, aldehydic, and floral accords. It helps soften sharper materials and contributes to a more balanced and cohesive structure.

In practical perfumery, it is frequently used to support citrus, aldehydic, and floral compositions, while also adding body and smoothness to accords such as rose, orange blossom, and clean soapy notes. It blends particularly well with citrus materials, aldehydes, floral notes, and musks, making it suitable for many fragrance styles including fresh compositions, aldehydic florals, citrus colognes, and classic clean perfumes.