Aldehyde C-14 (Peach Aldehyde) – Aromatic Chemical
Aldehyde C-14, commonly known as Peach Aldehyde, is a widely used aromatic chemical in perfumery, valued for its sweet, creamy, peach-like fruity aroma. It adds a juicy, lactonic and velvety fruit character, making fragrances feel rich, smooth, and appealing.
Colour & Appearance
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Colour: Clear to pale yellow
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Appearance: Transparent liquid
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Odour Strength: Medium to strong
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Clarity: Clear, free-flowing liquid
Odour Profile
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Peach-like fruity
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Sweet and creamy
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Lactonic (milky nuance)
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Soft, smooth and rounded
Aldehyde C-14 delivers a natural ripe-peach effect often used to enhance floral and gourmand compositions.
Uses
Aldehyde C-14 is commonly used in:
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Fine perfumery
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Fruity & fruity-floral perfumes
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Peach, apricot & creamy fruit accords
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Floral blends (rose, jasmine, tuberose)
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Soaps, shampoos & personal care products
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Air fresheners & home fragrances
It is typically used as a heart-note material.
Benefits
✔ Adds rich fruity sweetness
✔ Creates realistic peach & creamy notes
✔ Enhances roundness and smoothness
✔ Softens sharp or dry compositions
✔ Improves appeal and diffusion
✔ Very effective at low dosage
Why Perfumers Use Aldehyde C-14
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Essential for peach and lactonic accords
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Adds creaminess to florals
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Widely used in gourmand and fruity perfumes
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Helps build modern, mass-appeal fragrances
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Blends fruitiness without harshness
Blending Compatibility
Aldehyde C-14 blends very well with:
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Floral notes (rose, jasmine, ylang-ylang)
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Lactonic materials
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Vanilla, ethyl vanillin & gourmand notes
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Musk and sandalwood
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Citrus top notes (in small amounts)
Recommended Usage Level
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Used in very low to low concentrations
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Overuse can become overly sweet
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Always test in small trial batches
Storage Instructions
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Store in a cool, dry place
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Keep container tightly closed
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Protect from direct sunlight and heat
Safety Note
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For fragrance manufacturing use only
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Not for direct skin application in raw form
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Follow standard perfumery handling practices