VELVIONE GIVAUDAN – Powdery musky note with animalic and ambrette nuances

Olfactory description:

Velvione™ is a macro-cyclic moss of exceptional quality, characterized by:

• Key notes: Musky, powdery, with hints of amber and owl

• Shades: Slightly animalic, with accents of ambrette seeds

This unique combination gives Velvione the ability to add a musky softness and powdery depth to perfumed compositions.

Chemical name: 5-Cyclohexadecen-1-one
Synonyms: Velvione™, Ambretone®, Musk Amberol
CAS: 37609-25-9
Molecular formula: C₁₆H₂₈O
Molecular weight: 236.4 g/mol
Appearance: Clear liquid or waxy solid, colorless to pale yellow
Olfactory family: Musky – Powdery – Animal
Olfactory note: Base
Origin: Synthetic molecule developed by Givaudan

Applications in perfumery:

Velvione™ is versatile and can be used in various types of fragrances:

• Floral fragrances: Particularly effective in white and sunny floral notes, where it adds tenacity and trail

• Musk Accords: Gives volume and musky softness, improving the persistence of the fragrance

• Personal care products: Due to its high stability, it is suitable for soaps, shampoos and detergents

Velvione is often used as a base note, bringing a lasting impact and a velvety feel to the fragrance.

Technical properties:

• Tenacity on mouillette: Over 400 hours

• Boiling point: 300 °C

• Melting point: 21 °C

• Vapor pressure (20 °C): 0.0013 hPa

• Refractive index (20 °C): 1.460–1.470

• Solubility: Soluble in alcohol; insoluble in water

• Stability: Excellent over a wide pH range, including alkaline and acidic environments

Recommended dosage:

• Typical usage: 0.2% – 4% in perfumed compositions

• Maximum usage: Up to 10%, depending on the fragrance structure and desired effect

It is recommended to use Velvione in dilution, as its olfactory power is high and can dominate the composition if used in excess.

Sustainability:

• Biodegradability: Velvione is biodegradable, contributing to a more sustainable perfumery

• Renewable Carbon: Contains a significant percentage of carbon derived from renewable sources