• 10% pre-diluted in Propylene Glycol (PG) for smooth blending
• Delivers juicy, jammy, caramelized sweetness to fragrance compositions
• Ideal for use in fruity, gourmand, dessert, and amber accords
• Suitable for mists, attars, solid perfumes, incense oils, and wax formulas
• Adds realism and radiance to berry or sugary blends

Furaneol (10% in PG) is a pre-diluted form of this powerful sweet, caramelic aroma molecule, known for its rich, strawberry jam-like, burnt sugar, and cotton candy scent. Also known as Strawberry Furanone, Furaneol is commonly used in gourmand perfumes, fruity accords, and dessert-inspired fragrance bases. This 10% dilution in Propylene Glycol (PG) makes it easier to work with in both oil-based perfumes, body sprays, incense, and home fragrance systems.

Furaneol is ideal for adding mouthwatering sweetness to berry blends, vanilla perfumes, and musky-caramel bases. It blends beautifully with creamy or roasted materials like Maple Lactone, Sulfurol, Ethyl Vanillin, and fruit esters to boost warmth and edible complexity.

SCENT DESCRIPTION : Furaneol opens with a burst of ripe, jammy strawberry that quickly settles into a rich caramel and cotton candy warmth. There is a soft bready, almost pastry-like undercurrent that gives the note depth and naturalness. At low concentrations it reads as fresh fruit; at higher use rates it becomes intensely sweet and dessert-like with a slight roasted nuance. The overall impression is comforting, familiar, and indulgent — like warm strawberry jam on freshly baked bread.

NOTE POSITION : Mid-Base

FRAGRANCE FAMILY : Gourmand · Fruity · Oriental

FACETS : Caramellic · Strawberry · Cotton Candy · Bready · Jammy

TENACITY : Medium — 4 to 7 hours on skin; longer on fabric and in wax

SILLAGE : Medium — intimate to moderate projection; radiates warmth at close range rather than projecting strongly into a room

Chemical Name : 2,5-Dimethyl-4-hydroxy-3(2H)-furanone
CAS Number : 3658-77-3
Synonyms : DMHF, Strawberry Furanone, Caramel Furanone, Pineapple Ketone, 4-Hydroxy-2,5-dimethyl-3(2H)-furanone
Purity : 98% minimum (fragrance and cosmetic grade)
Appearance : White to off-white crystalline powder or granules
Odor Threshold : 0.03–0.05 ppb in water (extremely potent)
Solubility : Freely soluble in ethanol and propylene glycol; slightly soluble in water; insoluble in most carrier oils cold — dissolve with gentle heat
Specific Gravity : Approximately 1.09 g/cm³ at 20°C (dissolved solution)
Flash Point : Greater than 100°C (solid form; not classified as flammable)
Type : Semi-synthetic (bio-identical to natural furaneol found in strawberries and pineapples)

Use 1–3% of this blend in fruit-floral, caramel, and jammy heart notes. Combine with Maple Lactone for syrupy richness, Sulfurol for roasted nuttiness, or Ethyl Vanillin to extend its sweetness into the base.

Recommended Usage Rates by Application

EDP (Eau de Parfum) : 0.2 – 1.5%
EDT (Eau de Toilette) : 0.1 – 1.0%
Body Lotion / Cream : 0.05 – 0.3%
Shampoo / Body Wash : 0.05 – 0.2%
Candle (in fragrance load) : 0.5 – 2.0%
Reed Diffuser : 0.5 – 2.5%
Soap (melt and pour / CP) : 0.1 – 0.5%

IFRA 51st Amendment Guidance

Furaneol appears in the IFRA standards as a material requiring category-specific limits due to sensitization data. The limits below are approximate — always verify against the current IFRA 51st Amendment standard document before commercial production.

Category 1 (Lip products) : 0.01% maximum — verify with IFRA
Category 4 (Body lotion, hand cream) : 0.06% maximum — verify with IFRA
Category 5A (Face moisturizer) : 0.06% maximum — verify with IFRA
Category 5B (Hand sanitizer) : 0.06% maximum — verify with IFRA
Category 9 (Rinse-off body) : 0.4% maximum — verify with IFRA
Category 11A (Fine fragrance, EDP/EDT) : No restriction cited in current amendment — verify with IFRA

⚠️ IFRA limits are subject to revision. Always consult the official IFRA 51st Amendment standards document at ifrafragrance.org before finalizing any commercial formula.
⚠️ Furaneol has documented skin sensitization potential in some studies. Perform a dermal sensitization risk assessment for leave-on products, especially at concentrations above 0.1% in rinse-off and 0.05% in leave-on applications.
⚠️ Dissolve furaneol in warm ethanol or propylene glycol before incorporating into your formula. Do not add the raw powder directly to cold oil or water phases.

Method 1 — Dissolution in Ethanol
Furaneol is a solid at room temperature and must be pre-dissolved before use. Add the measured amount to warm (40–50°C) perfumers alcohol or propylene glycol and stir until fully dissolved. A 10% dilution in ethanol is a practical working stock for precise dosing in fragrance formulas. Never add raw crystalline furaneol directly to a cold formula.

Method 2 — Gourmand Accord Building
Furaneol is the backbone of any serious gourmand accord. Layer it with ethyl maltol for added cotton candy sweetness, vanillin for creamy vanilla depth, and gamma-decalactone for a peach-cream fruity dimension. Start with furaneol at 0.3%, ethyl maltol at 0.5%, and vanillin at 1.0% as a base accord, then build around it.

Method 3 — Oriental and Attar Enhancement
In oud-based or amber-heavy orientals, furaneol works as a sweetening bridge that softens the resinous and animalic elements. Add it to the base accord at 0.05–0.15% to impart a subtle jammy warmth without pushing the composition into full gourmand territory. It harmonizes especially well with rose absolute and Taif rose oil in Pakistani-style attars.

BEST PAIRINGS

Vanillin → Deepens sweetness and adds creamy vanilla dimension to the caramel note
Ethyl Maltol → Creates a cotton candy and spun sugar effect; classic sweet accord combination
Gamma-Decalactone → Adds ripe peach and cream facets; builds a fuller fruity-gourmand structure
Coumarin → Softens furaneol and introduces a warm, powdery almond-hay nuance
Rose Oxide → Adds green-floral lift that contrasts beautifully with the caramellic sweetness
Benzyl Benzoate → Acts as fixative and diffusion enhancer; improves tenacity on skin
Oud / Agarwood Base → Creates a deep, sweet-smoky oriental; very effective in attar construction
Sandalwood → Provides creamy woody support that elevates the sweetness without masking it
Ambroxan → Adds skin-close musk depth; makes furaneol-based accords feel luxurious and modern

AVOID
Furaneol can clash with intensely green, aquatic, or ozonic ingredients such as cis-3-hexenol, Calone, or Dihydromyrcenol. The contrast between its warm sweetness and fresh-cold notes reads as dissonant rather than interesting. Also avoid combining furaneol with ingredients having strong phenolic or medicinal characters, such as eugenol or isoeugenol at high doses, as the combination can produce an unpleasant medicinal-candy effect.

💡 To build a mouthwatering caramel-berry core 🍓🍮, use 1–3% Furaneol (10% in PG) in your fruity or gourmand perfume bases.

🍁 Blend with Maple Lactone for a syrupy, jam-like character.

🔥 Add Sulfurol to deepen with roasted sweetness and warm nutty complexity.

🍦 Use Ethyl Vanillin for a creamy caramelized base that lasts.

🔄 Stir thoroughly before blending in oils or alcohol to ensure proper diffusion.

⚠️ Always test in small batches for stability and sweetness balance.

Physical State : White crystalline solid at room temperature; dissolves in ethanol and PG
Skin Safety : Potential skin sensitizer — keep leave-on concentrations conservative; perform IFRA risk assessment before commercial use; patch test recommended
Eye Contact : Avoid direct contact; rinse immediately with water for 15 minutes if contact occurs; seek medical attention if irritation persists
Ingestion : Not intended for ingestion in fragrance grade form; keep away from food and beverages; if ingested call poison control
Ventilation : Work in a ventilated area when weighing or dissolving; avoid prolonged inhalation of dust from raw powder
Storage : Store in a cool, dry place away from direct light and heat; ideal temperature 10–25°C; keep container tightly sealed to prevent moisture absorption
Shelf Life : 24 months from date of manufacture when stored correctly in sealed original container
Container : Store in glass or HDPE containers; avoid prolonged contact with reactive metals
Flammability : Flash point greater than 100°C; not classified as flammable under standard conditions; keep away from open flame as general precaution

Q1: What does Furaneol smell like?

It has a strong caramelized sugar scent with hints of strawberry jam, cotton candy, and burnt sugar. A signature note in many gourmand and fruity perfumes.

Q2: Can I use this in oil-based perfumes?

Yes! The PG base allows for easy blending in mists, sprays, and oil roll-ons.

Q3: What styles of fragrances suit Furaneol best?

It shines in gourmand, fruit-floral, caramel, and dessert-themed fragrances. Also excellent in sweet incense or wax blends.

Q4: Is Furaneol natural or synthetic?

It is a naturally occurring aroma compound, found in strawberries and other fruits, but commercially used in its synthetic form.

Q5: What other ingredients blend well with it?

Pairs well with Maple Lactone, Ethyl Vanillin, Sulfurol, fruit esters, musk, and amber.