Description

Labdanumextract CAS NO 73138-72-4 is a natural, resinous extract derived from the Cistus ladanifer plant, valued for its complex and warm, ambery-woody olfactory profile. This material is a cornerstone in the creation of sophisticated, long-lasting fragrance bases and is essential for perfumers seeking to impart depth, richness, and natural character to their compositions. It is primarily utilized by the fragrance and flavor industry for high-end perfumery, as well as in aromatherapy and niche cosmetic formulations.

Application

• Fine Fragrance Perfumery: A key ingredient in amber, leather, chypre, and oriental fragrance families, providing a warm, balsamic, and tenacious base note.
• Flavoring Agent: Used to impart subtle, resinous, and sweet notes in specialty food and beverage flavorings.
• Aromatherapy & Wellness: Incorporated into essential oil blends and diffuser products for its grounding and calming aromatic properties.
• Cosmetic Formulations: Adds a natural, complex scent profile to premium soaps, creams, lotions, and other personal care products.
• Incense and Home Fragrance: Serves as a valuable component in incense sticks, cones, and room spray formulations for a rich, atmospheric scent.
• Tobacco Flavoring: Employed in the tobacco industry to enhance and round out the aroma of certain tobacco products.

Basic Information

Product Name	Labdanumextract
CAS No.	73138-72-4
Molecular Formula	Complex mixture
Molecular Weight	N/A (Natural Extract)
Synonyms	Labdanum Resinoid; Cistus Absolute; Cistus ladaniferus Extract; Labdanum Gum; Labdanum Resin; Rock Rose Resin; Amber Resinoid; Ladanum Resin
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Labdanumextract is produced and controlled under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and purity. While it is a natural product, our specifications ensure it meets the high standards required for fragrance and flavor applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing organoleptic properties, physical constants, and chromatographic profile is provided with every shipment to guarantee compliance with your specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at 15-25°C. This product is light-sensitive and easily oxidized; prolonged exposure to air, heat, or light should be avoided to maintain optimal quality and shelf life.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Viscous, dark brown to amber resinoid
Odor	Characteristic warm, balsamic, ambery-woody
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Acid Value	Contact for details
Ester Value	Contact for details
Solubility	Soluble in ethanol, fixed oils; insoluble in water
Relative Density (20°C)	Contact for details
Refractive Index (20°C)	Contact for details

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