Vanilla 5-Fold Extract presents a deep, natural vanilla profile with smooth sweetness, subtle woody undertones, and faint balsamic warmth. Compared to standard extract, it is fuller, darker, and more persistent. The aroma feels rounded and realistic rather than sharply sweet, with a soft, resinous body that develops over time.

Vanilla 5-Fold Extract functions primarily as a base note, adding warmth, sweetness, and longevity.

Recommended concentration: 0.2–5%

Particularly effective in:
Gourmands, amber compositions, floral ambers, soft orientals

Blends well with:
Tonka, benzoin, and balsamic resins
Woods such as sandalwood and cedarwood
Spices including nutmeg and cinnamon
Florals such as jasmine and heliotrope

Suitable for non-perfumery applications such as candles and home fragrance (within IFRA limits)

Because of its concentration, small amounts provide noticeable richness.

Material Type: Botanical extract (concentrated)
Botanical Name: Vanilla planifolia
Plant Part: Cured bean pods
Extraction Method: Solvent extraction, concentrated five-fold
CAS Number: 8024-06-4
Origin: Tonga
Odour Profile: Rich vanilla, warm, balsamic, softly woody
Appearance: Dark brown viscous liquid
Solubility: Soluble in alcohol; partially soluble in oils depending on solvent base
Key Components:
Vanillin, p-hydroxybenzaldehyde, vanillic acid, trace phenolic compounds
Regulatory Status:
IFRA Certificate of Conformity supplied by the manufacturer to The Parfum Apothecary

For external use only. Do not ingest
Highly concentrated; dilute before use
May stain due to dark colour
Follow IFRA guidelines for finished product limits
Store in a cool, dark place in a tightly sealed container
Shelf life: 3–5 years when stored correctly