The note of cardboard presents as remarkably dry, almost arid, with a distinct fibrous texture that evokes the tactile sensation of rough paper under fingertips. Its scent is primarily woody and cellulosic, reminiscent of dried wood pulp, often accompanied by a subtle, starchy sweetness, a faint dustiness, and sometimes a whisper of vanilla, attributed to the lignin content within the paper fibers. It can range from a clean, freshly-cut box aroma to a more aged, slightly musty nuance depending on the specific accord. Its intensity is generally subtle to moderate, acting as a grounding presence rather than a powerful projector. It typically behaves as a heart or base note, lending structure and an unusual, contemporary dryness to compositions, with good longevity that allows it to unfold slowly, maintaining its unique character as other notes evolve around it.