Phytol | 150-86-7

Description :

Overview of Phytol

Phytol, a clear, light-yellow liquid, has a sweet, fresh, and grassy scent. It is a natural diterpene alcohol used throughout the fragrance, flavour, and cosmetic industries.

Phytol is a key intermediate in the synthesis of Vitamins E and K₁, making it essential in a variety of both industrial products and personal care formulations. It has excellent solubility in alcohols and oils, making it a versatile ingredient for use in perfumes, shampoos, body lotions, and other cosmetic products.

Applications of Phytol

1. Fragrance & Perfume Industry 

• Used as a middle to base note in fine perfumes, colognes, and aromatic blends.
• Provides a natural, green, and slightly floral tone that balances heavier woody or musky notes.
• Often blended with Dihydrojasmone and Linalyl Formate for richer, long-lasting compositions.

2. Cosmetics and Personal Care

• Adds a gentle herbal-green scent to lotions, creams, conditioners, deodorants, and hair care products.
• Works in conjunction with Octyl Palmitate and Rosalva to create rich yet rounded fragrance profiles.
• Provides a natural, pleasant experience in skincare formulations.

3. Flavour Sector

• Used to enhance the flavour of desserts, drinks and sweets, it provides the slightest hint of green.
• Compatibility with Ethyl Isovalerate as well as other esters to make delicious blends that are balanced and natural.

4. Aromatherapy & Wellness

• In essential oils, massage blends, and diffusers that help promote calm and relaxation.
• If combined with Fenchyl Alcohol, this increases the depth of aroma and stress relief characteristics.

5. Home and Lifestyle Products

• They are found in candles as well as air fresheners and sprays for cleaning. They provide a fresh, herbaceous-green aroma that enhances freshness in the indoor environment.
• It is often used in conjunction with aromatic stabilisers to ensure lasting diffusion.

6. Research & Laboratory Applications

• Used as a reference compound in fragrance and flavour R&D for testing and developing new aromatic molecules.

Safety & Handling Guidelines

• Always use safety gloves, safety glasses, and a laboratory jacket whenever working with Phytol.
• Beware of inhalation, ingestion, and prolonged skin contact.
• Keep in a cooler, dry, and ventilated space far from direct sunlight and other oxidising agents.
• Removing residues in accordance with the local laws on safety and environmental protection.

Where to Buy Phytol

Phytol Manufacturer in India:

ChemicalBull manufactures high-purity Phytol for fragrance, flavour, and cosmetic applications.

Our product ensures consistent aroma quality, excellent solubility, and reliable purity standards.

Phytol Supplier & Distributor in Vapi:

In small or bulk amounts, ChemicalBull offers safe packaging as well as prompt delivery, and the complete documentation required by regulators for every commercial and industrial need.

Phytol MSDS

You can request the Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) from ChemicalBull for complete details on hazards, toxicity, handling, and environmental impact.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q1. What is Phytol used for?

Phytol is used in fragrance, flavour, cosmetics, and personal care formulations, as well as in the production of vitamins E and K₁.

Q2. Is Phytol safe to use?

Yes, Phytol is safe when used in recommended concentrations and handled with proper protective measures.

Q3. What does Phytol smell like?

It has a light, sweet, and grassy aroma, often described as green and natural.

Q4. Is Phytol used in skincare?

Yes, Phytol is used in lotions, serums, and shampoos for its soft herbal fragrance and compatibility with natural ingredients.

Q5. Where can I buy Phytol in India?

You can purchase Phytol from ChemicalBull, a trusted manufacturer, supplier, and distributor of high-quality aroma and flavour chemicals.