🌿 Coumarin – Sweet Hay & Tonka Note
CAS No.: 91-64-5 | Molecular Formula: C₉H₆O₂
💡 Product Highlights:
✔️ Classic sweet, warm note reminiscent of fresh-cut hay and tonka bean
✔️ Iconic material in fougère, oriental, and gourmand accords
✔️ Strong fixative properties with high versatility
✔️ Suitable for fine fragrance, soap, and cosmetic formulations
✔️ Popular among both professional perfumers and DIY enthusiasts
🧴 Product Description:
Coumarin is a hallmark aroma compound in perfumery, known for its sweet, warm, and slightly spicy scent, often described as new-mown hay, vanilla-tonka, and almond-like. Naturally occurring in tonka beans and some grasses, this crystalline solid plays a foundational role in classic perfume structures like fougère and chypre.
Whether you're building a timeless masculine blend or adding a cosy depth to a gourmand scent, Coumarin offers a reliable and richly comforting base.
🔬 Product Information:
Chemical Name: 2H-1-Benzopyran-2-one
CAS Number: 91-64-5
Molecular Formula: C₉H₆O₂
Odour Profile: Sweet, warm, coumarinic, hay-like, almondy
🧾 Synonyms:
• 2H-Chromen-2-one
• 1,2-Benzopyrone
• Tonka aldehyde (common industry term)
🧫 Appearance & Texture:
Appearance: White to off-white crystalline powder
Texture: Fine crystals, slightly greasy to touch
Solubility: Soluble in alcohol and oils; slightly soluble in water
⚠️ Safety & Handling:
GHS Classification: Harmful if swallowed
Precautions: Use gloves and protective eyewear. Do not ingest. Handle with care.
Storage: Keep tightly closed in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area
📦 Sizes Available:
10g | 20g | 30g | 50g | 100g
✨ Applications:
Perfume accords: fougère, oriental, gourmand, amber
Soap and cosmetic formulations (within regulated limits)
Aromatherapy blends for a comforting, sweet background
Candle and incense compositions
🛍️ Coumarin is a must-have perfumery staple—timeless, rich, and comforting.