# Alpha Methyl Cinnamic Aldehyde

Source: https://dupehacking.com/ingredients/alpha-methyl-cinnamic-aldehyde
CAS: 101-39-3

Smells of: sweet, spicy, floral
Role: floral enhancer / sweetener

Alpha Methyl Cinnamic Aldehyde opens with a bright, sweet, and slightly spicy scent reminiscent of cinnamon and floral notes, creating an inviting and warm first impression. As it develops, the sweetness softens, revealing a more complex profile with subtle hints of fruitiness and a touch of creaminess. In a formula, it acts as a powerful enhancer for floral and gourmand compositions, adding depth and richness without overpowering other elements. It pairs well with jasmine and vanilla, where it can amplify their sweetness, and is effective in doses typically around 0.280%.

## How the catalogue uses it
- Appears in 1 formulas.
- Dose: 0.35% to 0.35%, average 0.35%.
- Most at home in: Floral.
- Usually weighed alongside: Nerol 95, Geranyl Acetate 60, Damascenone 937450, Iso E Super, Vanillin, Coumarin.


## Citing this
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