Description

(+)-α-Bisabolol CAS NO 23178-88-3 is a high-purity, naturally-derived sesquiterpene alcohol prized for its exceptional skin-soothing and anti-irritant properties. Its primary commercial value lies in its ability to enhance product safety and efficacy in sensitive formulations, making it a cornerstone ingredient for premium personal care. This compound is essential for manufacturers in the cosmetics, pharmaceutical, and nutraceutical industries seeking to develop gentle, high-performance products.

Application

• Cosmetic & Skincare Formulations: A key active ingredient in anti-aging serums, moisturizers, and after-sun products for its anti-inflammatory and skin-penetration enhancing effects.
• Sensitive Skin & Baby Care Products: Used in creams, lotions, and cleansers to calm irritation, reduce redness, and improve tolerance.
• Pharmaceutical Topicals: Incorporated into ointments, gels, and dermatological preparations for its wound-healing and analgesic supporting properties.
• Fragrance & Perfumery: Valued for its mild, sweet, floral aroma and excellent fixative qualities in fine fragrances and essential oil blends.
• Natural & Organic Product Lines: Serves as a marquee natural ingredient in formulations certified to NATRUE, COSMOS, or similar standards.
• Oral Care Products: Used in toothpaste and mouthwash for its mild anti-inflammatory and soothing benefits on oral mucosa.

Basic Information

Product Name	(+)-α-Bisabolol
CAS No.	23178-88-3
Molecular Formula	C15H26O
Molecular Weight	222.37 g/mol
Synonyms	Levomenol; (-)-α-Bisabolol; (S)-(-)-α-Bisabolol; L-α-Bisabolol; 6-Methyl-2-(4-methylcyclohex-3-en-1-yl)hept-5-en-2-ol; Bisabolol; α-(-)-Bisabolol; (S)-α-Bisabolol
EINECS	245-465-1

Quality Control

Our (+)-α-Bisabolol is produced and tested under strict quality management systems. We offer grades suitable for cosmetic and pharmaceutical applications, with specifications that can meet relevant purity and safety guidelines. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting identity, purity, and impurity profiles are provided with every shipment to ensure full traceability and compliance.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This product is easily oxidized; for long-term storage, maintaining an inert atmosphere (e.g., under nitrogen) is recommended to preserve stability and prevent degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow viscous liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC/HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Optical Rotation [α]20/D	-50° to -60°
Refractive Index n20/D	1.490 - 1.500
Specific Gravity	0.920 - 0.940

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.