Aldehyde C-11 Undecylic
Used in 7 formulas
About this material
This is not the classic Aldehyde C-11 Undecylenic as seen in Chanel No 5 . Aldehyde C-11 Undecylic opens with a clean, waxy-soapy burst that immediately evokes fresh laundry and citrus peel. An effervescent orange brightness runs through the middle, accompanied by subtle green and faintly floral undertones. The overall character is brighter and more citrus-focused than the heavier lower aldehydes. Use this as the aldehydic backbone of citrus colognes and soapy-fresh compositions. It adds instant radiance and diffusion to floral hearts without the green-rose character of its Undecylenic cousin. In classic aldehydic florals it provides the waxy sparkle that lifts an entire composition. Pair wi… — Fraterworks
Usage in formulas
The 509th most used material of 1414 in the catalogue, present in 7 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.
- Aromatic Aquaticin 9% of 11 formulas
- Amber Fougèrein 7% of 14 formulas
- Citrus Aromaticin 3% of 39 formulas
- Aromatic Fougèrein 3% of 29 formulas
- Amber Woodyin 2% of 61 formulas
