Description

Labdanum, Ext., Et Esters CAS NO 73138-66-6 is a complex natural extract and ester derivative derived from the resinous exudate of the Cistus ladaniferus shrub, prized for its rich, warm, and ambery olfactory profile. This product is a cornerstone material for creating sophisticated, long-lasting fragrance bases and is essential for perfumers seeking to impart natural, resinous, and leathery notes. It is primarily required by manufacturers in the fragrance and flavor industry, as well as by producers of high-end personal care and cosmetic products for its fixative and aromatic properties.

Application

• Fine Fragrance Formulation: A key ingredient in perfumery for creating amber, leather, and oriental accords, acting as a powerful base and fixative.
• Personal Care Products: Used in premium soaps, lotions, and creams to provide a warm, persistent scent character.
• Aromatherapy & Home Scents: Incorporated into essential oil blends, incense, and diffuser oils for its grounding and resinous aroma.
• Flavor Enhancement: Employed in trace amounts to add complexity and subtle woody notes to certain specialty food and beverage flavorings.
• Tobacco Flavoring: Used in the tobacco industry to enhance and round out the aromatic profile of tobacco products.
• Cosmetic Fixative: Serves as a natural fixative agent in cosmetic formulations to improve the longevity of other volatile fragrance components.

Basic Information

Product Name	Labdanum, Ext., Et Esters
CAS No.	73138-66-6
Molecular Formula	Complex Mixture
Molecular Weight	N/A (Mixture)
Synonyms	Labdanum Absolute; Labdanum Resinoid; Cistus Absolute; Cistus Labdanum; Labdanum Gum; Labdanum Concrete; Rock Rose Resin; Ladanum Resin; Cistus ladaniferus resin extract and esters
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Labdanum, Ext., Et Esters is produced and controlled under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and purity. Each lot is analyzed using GC-MS, FTIR, and organoleptic evaluation to confirm its identity, olfactory profile, and compliance with industry standards for natural aromatic materials. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing specific gravity, refractive index, and chromatographic profile is available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at temperatures between 15-25°C (59-77°F). This product is easily oxidized and should be stored under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen) when in partially used containers to maintain stability and prevent degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Viscous liquid to semi-solid mass
Color	Dark amber to brown
Odor	Characteristic, rich, balsamic, ambery
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Specific Gravity (20°C)	0.905 - 0.995
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.492 - 1.507
Acid Value	≤ 85 mg KOH/g
Ester Value	Contact for details
Solubility	Soluble in ethanol, fixed oils; insoluble in water

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