Galaxolide cas 1222-05-5 is a synthetic ingredient used in fragrances, possessing a clean, sweet, floral-woody musky scent. It is one of the ingredients used by perfume and cologne manufacturers to add a musky aroma to their products.
Ⅰ. Galaxolide cas 1222-05-0 Introduction：
Galaxolide was synthesized in 1965 and used in some fabric softeners and detergents in the late 1960s. High concentrations of galaxolide are also commonly used in high-end perfumes.It has gradually become a key synthetic musk raw material in the polycyclic musk class of molecules defined by the International Fragrance Association. Its aroma is described as “clean,” sweet, floral, and woody musk. Studies show that the (4S,7R) and (4S,7S) molecular configurations are the most potent aroma sources in galore musk, with odor thresholds of 1 ng/L or lower.
Ⅱ. Galaxolide Application:
1. Laundry and Fragrance Products (Application Area)
Fabric Laundry Care: Laundry detergent, fabric softener, laundry powder, fragrance beads, textile fragrance spray;
Galaxolide Advantages: Resistant to high-temperature washing and acid/alkali systems; adsorbs onto fibers for long-lasting fragrance; creates a clean, sophisticated soapy musky base scent; masks chemical odors in the base material; the core fragrance component for long-lasting fragrance in laundry care products.
Galaxolide Personal Cleaning and Care: Soaps, transparent soaps, shower gels, shampoos, conditioners, hand soaps, facial cleansers; Compatible with complex soap-based and surfactant systems; does not easily deteriorate or lose fragrance in strongly alkaline environments; harmonizes floral/fruity base notes; weakens the pungent odor of raw materials; creates a warm and clean skin-feeling fragrance.
2. Galaxolide Perfumes and High-End Fragrance Products
Fixed Fragrance Base for Men and Women:Uses musk as a base note to enhance floral, fruity, woody, and aldehyde layers, softening the pungent top notes and extending the longevity of the base notes; a substitute for expensive natural musk, creating an ethereal, clean, and transparent classic soapy musk atmosphere.
Home Furnishings: Flameless diffusers, scented candles, solid perfumes, air fresheners, and diffuser oils; even and gentle evaporation, strong spatial diffusion, and a delicate, non-cloying scent, suitable for home, hotel, and office spaces.
3. Cosmetics & Makeup Fragrance System:
Face creams, lotions, masks, hand creams, body lotions, hair oils, foundations, lipsticks, and other makeup and skincare products; Features: gentle and subtle fragrance, masking the odors of raw materials such as oils, emulsifiers, and preservatives; compliant with IFRA limits, highly stable, and resistant to spoilage under low/high temperatures.
4. Galaxolide Extended Applications of Specialty Fragrances in Industrial Industries
Light Industry Fragrance Modification: Fragrance addition to the surface layer of fragranced nonwoven fabrics, scented tissues, wet wipes, diapers, and sanitary napkins to enhance the sensory experience;
Polymer & Building Material Fragrance Addition: Micro-fragrance addition to fragranced plastics, fragranced rubbers, slow-release rubber and plastic products, and diatomaceous earth/fragrant coatings; utilizing their high stability and non-extraction properties to achieve long-lasting, sustained-release fragrance.
Ⅲ. Advantages of GALAXOLIDE ：
1. Aroma Quality: Unique aroma with strong diffusion. Possesses a strong and long-lasting woody-musk scent, clean and sweet; excellent diffusion effectively enhances the overall complexity of the fragrance.
2. Practical Performance: Good stability and long-lasting fragrance. Chemically stable, it maintains its aroma in daily chemical products; it has good fixative properties, making the fragrance last longer.
3. Wide Range of Applications: Excellent compatibility and wide applicability. It blends perfectly with almost all fragrances, making it a core ingredient in perfume, cosmetic, soap, detergent, and other fragrance formulations.
4. Economical Cost and High Cost-Effectiveness: Mature synthesis process; production costs are far lower than natural musk and macrocyclic musk, giving it extremely high commercial application value.
5. Convenient to Use and Adaptable to Various Solvent Systems: Soluble in ethanol and various oils, it is often diluted to a 50% solution (such as DEP, DPG, etc.) for convenient industrial use; good fluidity and easy to add.
Ⅳ. Galaxolide Formulating and Processing Precautions
System Compatibility: Generally resistant to acids, alkalis, and high temperatures, but use with caution in systems with strong alkalis or strong oxidizing agents, as it may easily cause deterioration, discoloration, and alteration of the fragrance.
Compatibility Recommendations: Suitable for use as a base and fixative in floral, fruity, and woody scents; avoid excessive blending with highly irritating aldehydes, as this can amplify the pungent smell.
Addition Ratio: Use as a base in regular shampoo and conditioner, and as a base in perfumes, adjusting the amount accordingly. Excessive use can result in a stuffy, cloying, and heavy fragrance, affecting the overall freshness of the scent.
Storage Stability: Store in a cool, dark, and sealed place, away from heat sources and direct sunlight. Prolonged exposure to high temperatures may cause the color to darken and slight oxidation.
Ⅴ. Galaxolide Conclusion
GALAXOLIDE’s musk aroma is rich, stable, non-toxic, and not absorbed by the human body; it can even be ingested internally. Its relatively low price makes it a favorite among perfumers.GALAXOLIDE is widely used in daily chemical fragrances, detergents, fabric softeners, perfumes, cosmetics, and soaps, and has a broad market reach and promising prospects.
