Is Tuberolide natural or synthetic?

. Extraction: Synthetic production.

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Tuberolide

POPULAR AND WEIRD / floral · creamy · powdery

Tuberolide

Category	POPULAR AND WEIRD
Subcategory	floral · creamy · powdery
Origin
Volatility	Heart Note
Botanical	N/A — synthetic molecule
Appearance	colorless to pale yellow clear liquid
Odor Strength	Medium
Producing Countries	N/A — synthetic molecule
Pyramid	Heart

A fragrance note with creamy, floral characteristics, like tuberose.

Scent
The Full Story
Fun Fact
Extraction & Chemistry
In Perfumery

Scent

Tuberolide has a rich, creamy floral scent recalling tuberose: sweet, slightly green, with a hint of fruitiness.

Scent Evolution

Tuberolide opens with a burst of floral sweetness, then softens into a rounded, almost buttery profile. This creamy aspect contrasts with sharper floral notes, creating a balance. As it develops, tuberolide keeps its floral character while blending smoothly with other materials.

Evolution over time

Immediately

Bold floral sweetness with creamy nuances

After a few hours

Soft, rounded floral profile emerges

After a few days

Subtle warmth and depth remain

The Full Story

Tuberolide is a fragrance ingredient with the scent of tuberose, a flower with a heady aroma. Tuberolide is a lactone with a creamy, smooth profile, synthesized for consistent quality.

Origin and Production

Historically, tuberose has been associated with love and sensuality across cultures. Tuberolide, which mimics this flower, is now a staple in fragrance. Its versatility suits both floral and amber compositions, offering a synthetic alternative to the natural flower.

Chemistry and Scent Profile

In perfumery, tuberolide is valued for its ability to enhance and support other notes. It acts as a fixative, extending a fragrance's longevity while keeping a soft presence. Its use in contemporary compositions reflects both its stability and its olfactory quality.

Chemical Properties

Tuberolide (CAS: 33673-62-0, Molecular Formula: C10 H18 O2). Boiling Point: 260.94 °C. @ 760.00 mm Hg (est). Flash Point: 248.00 °F. TCC ( 120.00 °C. ). Vapor Pressure: 0.012000 mmHg @ 25.00 °C. (est).

Did You Know?

Tuberolide has a creamy aroma and is used in both perfumes and scented candles.

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Did You Know?

Did you know?

Tuberolide (CAS 33673-62-0) was specifically designed to reproduce the creamy, lactonic quality of natural tuberose absolute — a material requiring approximately 3,600 kg of hand-picked flowers to produce 1 kg of absolute.

Extraction & Chemistry

Extraction method: Synthetic production

Molecular Formula	C10 H18 O2
CAS Number	33673-62-0
Botanical Name	N/A — synthetic molecule
IFRA Status	No known restrictions
Synonyms	TUBEROSE LACTONE
Physical Properties
Odor Strength	Medium
Lasting Power	168 hours at 100.00%
Appearance	colorless to pale yellow clear liquid
Boiling Point	260.94 °C. @ 760.00 mm Hg (est)
Flash Point	248.00 °F. TCC ( 120.00 °C. )

In Perfumery

In perfumery, tuberolide is a heart note, lending a rich floral foundation that can anchor a composition. Its creamy, smooth characteristics make it an excellent pairing with other floral notes, such as jasmine or rose, allowing for a range of scents. Tuberolide can complement warm base notes like sandalwood and amber, enriching their tactile qualities while adding a touch of floral elegance. This adaptability ensures that tuberolide can be utilized in a wide array of fragrance families, from soft florals to bold ambers.