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Is Hydroxycitronellal-Indole Schiff Base vegetarian?

Hydroxycitronellal-Indole Schiff Base

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A synthetic fragrance ingredient formed by the Schiff base reaction of hydroxycitronellal and indole, used for its complex floral-animalic scent in perfumery.

Also known as 8-(1H-Indolyl)-2,6-dimethyloct-7-en-2-ol
INCI name Hydroxycitronellal-Indole Schiff Base
CAS number 68527-79-7
EC number 271-284-3
CosIng ID 40275
Last reviewed 9 July 2026

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