Exaltolide® presents a clean, warm musky profile with subtle creamy and lightly powdery nuances. The scent is understated rather than loud, reading smooth, rounded, and gently animalic without sharpness or sweetness. It gives a natural “skin musk” impression that feels polished and refined, enhancing blends without announcing itself.

Exaltolide® functions primarily as a base note and fixative, improving cohesion, diffusion, and longevity.

Recommended concentration: 2-32%

Particularly effective in:
Skin scents, musky florals, soft ambers, minimalist and modern compositions

Blends well with:
Florals (rose, jasmine, muguet)
Woody materials (sandalwood, cedarwood)
Amber and ambergris-style materials
Gourmands and creamy bases for softness

Suitable for non-perfumery applications such as candles and home fragrance where a gentle musky warmth is desired (within IFRA limits)

Used at low levels it smooths and rounds; at higher levels it becomes more noticeably musky and enveloping.

Material Type: Aroma chemical (macrocyclic musk)
Chemical Name: Pentadecanolid
CAS Number: 106-02-5
Odour Profile: Musky, warm, soft, slightly creamy
Appearance: Colourless liquid
Solubility: Soluble in alcohol and oils
Key Components:
Pentadecanolide (single aroma chemical)
Regulatory Status:
IFRA Certificate of Conformity supplied by the manufacturer to The Parfum Apothecary

For external use only. Do not ingest.
Follow IFRA guidelines for finished product limits
Avoid contact with eyes and mucous membranes
Store in a cool, dark place in a tightly sealed container
Shelf life: 5+ years when stored correctly