Tankan
A citrus note from the peel of the Tankan fruit, grown in Yakushima. Its sweet, gentle aroma resembles mandarin or tangerine, adding a soft brightness to fragrances.
Citrus
About Tankan
Tankan is a citrus fruit grown in places including Yakushima, Japan, with the botanical name Citrus tankan hayata. The essential oil is steam-distilled from the peel and is sometimes aged for many years to develop a mellow character.
Scent Profile
The aroma is **sweet and gentle**, reminiscent of mandarin or tangerine. It has a soft, rounded citrus quality with little sharpness or bitterness, and a subtle depth that feels calm and comforting.
Use in Perfumery
Tankan works well as a bright, approachable top note in citrus compositions. It blends nicely with floral and woody materials, adding a soft transparency and a relaxed, natural freshness.
