CAS 24851-98-7 · Floral · Jasmine · Not restricted by IFRA
Methyl dihydrojasmonate, or MDJ, is the transparent jasmine molecule that Firmenich made famous as Hedione. It doesn't smell like a heavy jasmine flower. It smells like the air around one, and it makes almost any formula feel more open and luminous.
What it smells like
Soft, fresh jasmine with a citrusy, slightly green lift. It is gentle on the strip but diffusive, and it lingers as a clean floral glow.
How perfumers use it
MDJ is one of the most used materials in perfumery, often at high levels. It lightens florals, freshens colognes and citrus, and gives woody and musky bases a floral shimmer. For more power, try Hedione High Cis alongside it.
Blends well with: Hedione High Cis, Iso E Super / Ambergris Ketone, Bergamot, Musks, Phenyl Ethyl Alcohol.
Equivalent to Hedione
Hedione is Firmenich's trade name for methyl dihydrojasmonate, so this is the same molecule and you can use it 1:1 in a formula. Prefer the original brand? We also stock Hedione DSM Firmenich.
IFRA & regulatory
Not restricted under the current IFRA Standards (51st Amendment).
For use in perfumery, cosmetics and fragrance manufacturing only. Not for ingestion. Handle neat material with gloves and good ventilation. The certificate of analysis (COA) and safety data sheet (SDS) are available on request.
Frequently asked questions
Is methyl dihydrojasmonate the same as Hedione?
Yes. Hedione is a trade name for methyl dihydrojasmonate (CAS 24851-98-7).
What does MDJ smell like?
A light, airy, fresh jasmine with a citrusy edge. It is more transparent than jasmine absolute.
Is MDJ IFRA restricted?
Not restricted under the current IFRA Standards (51st Amendment).
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