# Methyl Linoleate

Source: https://dupehacking.com/ingredients/methyl-linoleate
CAS: 112-63-0

Smells of: light, fatty, green
Role: modifier / softener

Methyl Linoleate has a light, slightly fatty scent with a hint of green freshness, reminiscent of freshly cut grass or cucumber. It opens with a soft, smooth character that is subtly sweet, and as it develops, it reveals a more rounded, creamy texture that adds a gentle richness to formulations. This ester works well as a modifier in both floral and fruity compositions, enhancing their natural juiciness without overpowering them. It can also help to soften sharper notes, making it a versatile ingredient in modern perfumery. Pair it with citrus oils for a fresh, uplifting effect, or use it to round out green notes in a fragrance. In this catalogue, it is typically used at doses ranging from 1.300% to 29.39%, with an average around 3.180%.

## How the catalogue uses it
- Appears in 4 formulas.
- Dose: 1.00% to 40.12%, average 11.87%.

- Usually weighed alongside: 4-Ethyl Guaiacol, Geraniol, Caproic Acid, Carrot Seed Absolute, Mimosa Absolute, 4-Ethyl Phenol.


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