Description

Himalayancedarwoodoil CAS NO 68991-36-6 is a premium-grade essential oil steam-distilled from the heartwood of the Himalayan Cedar tree (*Cedrus deodara*). This natural product is valued for its distinctive, warm, woody, and balsamic aroma profile, which provides a complex and long-lasting fragrance base. It serves as a key ingredient for perfumers and product formulators seeking natural, sustainable, and high-quality aromatic materials. Its applications span the fragrance, cosmetic, aromatherapy, and specialty chemical industries.

Application

• Fragrance & Perfumery: A prized base note in premium perfumes, colognes, and fine fragrances for its rich, woody, and fixative properties.
• Cosmetics & Personal Care: Used in soaps, lotions, creams, and deodorants for its natural scent and potential skin-conditioning benefits.
• Aromatherapy & Wellness: Employed in diffusers, massage oils, and therapeutic blends for its grounding and calming aromatic qualities.
• Household & Industrial Products: Incorporated into natural cleaning products, detergents, air fresheners, and insect repellents for its pleasant odor and perceived biocidal properties.
• Flavoring & Food Industry: Used as a natural flavoring agent (where compliant with food-grade specifications) in certain food and beverage products.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Serves as a starting material or intermediate in the synthesis of certain pharmaceutical compounds and active ingredients.

Basic Information

Product Name	Himalayancedarwoodoil
CAS No.	68991-36-6
Molecular Formula	Complex mixture of terpenoids and sesquiterpenes
Molecular Weight	N/A (Natural mixture)
Synonyms	Cedarwood Oil Himalayan; Deodar Cedar Oil; *Cedrus deodara* Oil; Cedarwood Oil (Deodar); Himalayan Cedar Essential Oil; Cedrus deodara Wood Oil; CAS 68991-36-6; Deodar Oil
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Quality Control

Our Himalayancedarwoodoil is produced and tested to ensure consistent quality and purity. We adhere to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and can supply material compliant with relevant standards for fragrance, cosmetic, and food applications. Each batch is analyzed using GC/MS and other appropriate analytical techniques to verify its chemical profile and authenticity. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, physical constants, and chromatographic data is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from heat sources and open flame. Due to its highly volatile nature, keep containers tightly sealed when not in use to prevent evaporation and oxidation. Recommended storage temperature: 15-25°C (59-77°F). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, pale yellow to amber viscous liquid
Odor	Characteristic, warm, woody, balsamic
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Specific Gravity (20°C)	0.950 - 0.990
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.500 - 1.520
Optical Rotation (20°C)	-20° to -60°
Assay (GC)	Main components (e.g., α-Cedrene, Cedrol) within specified ranges
Solubility	Insoluble in water; soluble in alcohol and oils

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