4-Isobutyl Quinoline
Used in 2 formulas
About this material
4-Isobutyl Quinoline opens with a rich, slightly animalic and leathery scent that has a distinct earthy quality. As it develops, it reveals a deeper, more complex character with hints of tobacco and a subtle bitterness that adds intrigue. This material is particularly effective in adding depth and warmth to compositions, often used to enhance woody or oriental accords. It pairs well with other earthy notes like vetiver or patchouli, and can also support floral elements by providing a contrasting richness. In this catalogue, it is typically used at doses ranging from 0.131% to 0.30%, with a common concentration around 0.215%.
Usage in formulas
The 792nd most used material of 1414 in the catalogue, present in 2 of 806 formulas. A signature material: whoever uses it means to.
Where it actually lives
The share of each family's formulas that contain it. Not how often it appears, but how indispensable it is inside that family.
- Woody Chyprein 6% of 17 formulas
- Amber Woodyin 2% of 61 formulas
