🦌
Muskbase noteMiddle Eastern

Tonkin Musk

The classic animalic musk of antiquity; deep and sensual.

Fragrance Family

Musk

Note Type

Base — Base Notes

Origin

Tibet

Olfactory Strength

Dominant · 8/9

Tonkin Musk carries a dominant olfactory strength. This measures its perceived dominance independent of concentration — a dominant material makes its presence felt even in small amounts and can easily lead a composition.

About Tonkin Musk in Perfumery

Tonkin Musk belongs to the musk family and functions as a base note — the lasting foundation that anchors a composition and lingers longest on the skin. The foundation — deep and lasting. Rooted in the rich traditions of Middle Eastern perfumery, it is prized for its depth and authenticity.

Compose with Tonkin Musk

Add Tonkin Musk to your own fragrance and get an instant AI analysis of its character, longevity, and the perfumes it resembles.

Open the Composer

More Musk notes