Aldehyde C-16 (Strawberry)

Its olfactory profile is sweet, fruity, and slightly caramelized, with a distinctive ripe strawberry character, accompanied by syrupy and jam-like nuances.
It has medium-high volatility, with a strong initial impact and good persistence in the heart, making it effective both in the opening and in the development of the fruity accord.

It is a key ingredient for creating strawberry, red fruit, caramelized, and gourmand accords, where it helps define the olfactory profile in a clear and recognizable way.
Thanks to its stability and versatility, it is used in both fine and functional perfumery and scented cosmetics.

PERFUMERY

In perfumery, Aldehyde C-16 is one of the key molecules for building realistic, instantly recognizable fruity accords, especially around strawberry and red fruit themes. Its sweet, slightly jam-like profile gives the composition a clear signature from the very first notes, making the opening more expressive and memorable.

It is particularly effective when aiming to create a full, rounded fruity effect, avoiding both the simplicity of overly basic esters and the heaviness of overly gourmand bases. When used correctly, it provides body and identity to the accord while maintaining good olfactory clarity.

From a formulation standpoint, it works in synergy with lactones (for creaminess), sweet notes (for the gourmand facet), and floral notes (for added roundness and juiciness), helping to build balanced, multi-dimensional accords.
It is used as a true fruity accord builder, rather than a simple transition note, as it can define the character of the fragrance and guide its development from opening to heart.

Olfactory family: Fruity

Olfactory pyramid: Top-Heart note

COSMETICS

In cosmetics, Aldehyde C-16 is one of the most effective raw materials for creating an immediate, recognizable, and engaging fruity signature.