Dipropylene Glycol (DPG)

Solvent

Dipropylene Glycol (DPG)

DPG is nearly odorless with a faint sweet note, serving as a neutral, stable carrier that supports fragrance performance and diffusion.

Aroma ChemicalSolventCAS: 25265-71-8

Odor Strength

Odor Type

Solvent

Functional Profile

How perfumers typically use Dipropylene Glycol (DPG) in their compositions.

Support

39 formulas

1.6%33.0%81.2%

Modulate

38 formulas

0.5%19.6%82.2%

Build

13 formulas

3.0%24.5%58.5%

Blend

10 formulas

5.2%6.1%7.1%

Common Formula Contexts

Fragrance styles and categories where Dipropylene Glycol (DPG) appears most often.

Fresh Citrus

28 formulas

0.5%19.5%67.0%

Floral Bouquet

21 formulas

1.6%30.7%82.2%

Complex Composition

17 formulas

3.0%39.4%81.2%

Oriental Amber

10 formulas

3.4%15.3%40.4%

Woody Aromatic

7 formulas

7.4%18.2%53.9%

TGSC Descriptions

PerfumersWorld: Dipropylene glycol (DPG) is virtually odourless with a slightly-ethereal-green solvent note. interesting as a versatile solvent as it mixes with most essential oils but is also water soluble. acts as stabilizer for compounds due to its viscosity when used around 30% in a compound. not recommended for excessive use in compounds for cold-process soaps where over 5% can start to slow or inhibit tracing/saponification. avoid in oily or wax based products such as candles, wax melts, massage oils, lipsticks etc. due to solubility problems.