# Valeric Acid

Source: https://dupehacking.com/ingredients/valeric-acid
CAS: 109-52-4

Smells of: pungent, cheesy, sour
Role: fixative, depth enhancer

Valeric Acid has a pungent, slightly cheesy odor with a hint of sourness that can be quite off-putting in high concentrations. It opens with a sharp, almost vinegar-like bite that quickly settles into a more rounded, fatty note reminiscent of aged cheese or damp earth. In a formula, it acts as a fixative, helping to anchor lighter notes and adding a subtle complexity to the overall scent profile. It works well in small doses, typically around 0.100%, to enhance the depth of floral and green accords without overwhelming them. Pair it with citrus or herbal notes to balance its intensity and create a more rounded composition.

## How the catalogue uses it
- Appears in 1 formulas.
- Dose: 0.10% to 0.10%, average 0.10%.

- Usually weighed alongside: Ethyl Linalool, Linalool, Cis-3-Hexenol, Phenethyl Alcohol, Beta Ionone, Geraniol.


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