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Norlimbanol

1-(2,2,6-Trimethylcyclohexyl)hexan-3-ol

Norlimbanol, Timberol, Dextro Norlimbanol

Alicyclic alcohol · C₁₅H₃₀O

Chemical structure of Norlimbanol
2D structure PubChem / NCI CIR

Chemical info

CAS number CAS
70788-30-6
Molecular formula
C₁₅H₃₀O
Molecular weight
226.40 g/mol
Origin
Synthetic
Odor family
Amber
Note
Base
Aroma
Dry, strong woody amber with animalic and leathery facets; rougher than ambroxide.

History

The same molecule is sold under two names: Norlimbanol by Firmenich and Timberol by Symrise (formerly Dragoco). It belongs to the dry woody ambers widely used in modern perfumery.

In perfumery

Norlimbanol gives a dry wood, leather and mineral feel in masculine, woody and amber fragrances.

Connections

Evokesambergris

Regulatory status

IFRA restricted
IFRA 51
Restriction: IFRA Standard for 1-(2,2,6-trimethylcyclohexyl)-3-hexanol, published 2023.
EU allergen 2023/1545
Not named individually in the expanded allergen list of Regulation 2023/1545.

Sources

  1. NCI/CADD Chemical Identifier Resolver, CAS 70788-30-6 (formula, names)
  2. IFRA Standards, 51st Amendment: Index of IFRA Standards (notified 30 June 2023)
  3. The Good Scents Company Information System, material entries