Transparent Wood Molecule

Has a soft, woody-amber profile with gentle cedar-like facets and a warm, musky smoothness. Its aroma is deliberately understated, revealing itself gradually and interacting uniquely with skin chemistry. Rather than asserting a distinct note, it enhances volume, texture, and airiness within a composition, lending a contemporary, skin-like quality.

Is exceptionally versatile and can function as a supporting note, modifier, or structural base.

Recommended concentration: 5–30% (often used at higher levels for modern, minimalist perfumes)

Blends seamlessly with:
Woods (sandalwood, cedarwood, vetiver)
Florals (rose, jasmine, iris)
Spices and amber accords
Musks and animalic modifiers

Suitable for non-perfumery applications including home fragrance and candles where soft diffusion and longevity are desired

It enhances diffusion, smooths harsh edges, and extends the life of a fragrance without adding heaviness.

Material Type: Aroma chemical
INCI Name: Tetramethyl acetyloctahydronaphthalenes (OTNE)
CAS Number: 54464-57-2
Odour Profile: Soft woody, amber, musky, velvety
Appearance: Clear to pale yellow liquid
Solubility: Soluble in alcohol; partially soluble in oils
Key Components: Single aroma chemical
Regulatory Status: IFRA-compliant; Certificate of Conformity supplied by the manufacturer to The Parfum Apothecary

For external use only.
Use in accordance with IFRA guideline
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