Koavone (IFF)

Koavone (IFF) is an aromachemical for use in, for example, perfume, cosmetics, soap, candles and air fresheners.

Attention!

Before purchasing, read all the information below and the general product information.
Not intended for use in food, vape liquids or other internal use.
Intended to be mixed with other fragrances: on its own the scent can be dull or even unpleasant.
Do not use undiluted on the skin: it is a raw material, not a finished product.

Use

Koavone (IFF) has a scent reminding of orris: clear floral and woody aspects, it is also reminiscent of the jonones. The scent is not particularly strong, undiluted use is common. Typical use is in wood and floral accords, especially of/with orris and violet. You usually use between 0,1% and 10% of this substance in the fragrance composition. It is quite versatile and combines well with floral scents, wood scents, but also with more green scents, especially those of coniferous trees. In perfumes it is mainly a top to heart note, it is stable in most products, including soaps.

Store in a cool, dry, dark place and out of the reach of children.

Properties

Koavone (IFF) is a colourless to pale yellow liquid at room temperature. The purity is at least 90% (sum of 5 isomers) and the substance has a fairly long shelf life. It does not occur in nature, it is a synthetic substance. The manufacturer is the American IFF.

Technical details

Density: 0,87
Log p: 4,4
Vapor pressure: 15 Pa
Melting point: - 25 °C
Boiling point: 200 °C
Molar mass: 182

Packaging

The 10 and 50 ml packaging is made of brown glass with a black cap. The 250 g and 1 kg packaging is made of aluminium with a white cap. Closing is always with regular caps, for dosing small quantities we recommend the use of plastic pipettes.

Sustainability

This fragrance is usually made from petrochemicals such as petroleum. The degradability in the environment is not good.

Dangers

Koavone (IFF) is classified as a hazardous substance, with the following characteristics:

WARNING
H317 - May cause an allergic skin reaction.
H411 - Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects.

Codes

Item number: 23220
Dutch name: Koavone (IFF)
EC number: 946-245-5
EU CAS number: 81786-73-4
CAS number TSCA: 81786-73-4
ADR: 9/III
UN number: 3082
INCI: PENTAMETHYLHEPTENONE