Description

Juniperberry Oil CAS NO 8002-68-4 is a volatile essential oil steam-distilled from the berries of the *Juniperus communis* L. plant. This natural extract is valued for its distinctive woody, fresh, and slightly balsamic aroma profile, making it a key ingredient in fragrance and flavor creation. It is a sought-after material for manufacturers in the personal care, aromatherapy, and food & beverage industries seeking authentic botanical character.

Application

• Fragrance & Perfumery: A core component in masculine colognes, aftershaves, soaps, and detergents for its fresh, woody, and clean top notes.
• Aromatherapy & Wellness: Used in diffuser blends, massage oils, and bath products for its purported grounding and clarifying properties.
• Flavoring Agent: Employed to impart a characteristic piney, slightly sweet note to alcoholic beverages (notably gin), savory sauces, and meat seasonings.
• Cosmetics & Personal Care: Incorporated into skincare formulations, such as toners and cleansers, for its natural fragrance and potential astringent benefits.
• Household Products: Used as a natural scent in premium cleaning products, air fresheners, and candles.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Serves as a starting material or component in the synthesis of certain active pharmaceutical ingredients and herbal preparations.

Basic Information

Product Name	Juniperberry Oil
CAS No.	8002-68-4
Molecular Formula	Complex mixture; Main components include α-Pinene, Sabinene, Myrcene, Limonene
Molecular Weight	N/A (Natural mixture)
Synonyms	Juniper Berry Essential Oil; Juniper Oil; *Juniperus communis* Berry Oil; Cade Oil (Note: True Cade oil is from wood); Essential Oil of Juniper; Huile Essentielle de Genièvre; Wacholderbeeröl; Aceite Esencial de Enebro
EINECS	284-280-4

Quality Control

Our Juniperberry Oil is produced and tested to ensure consistent quality and authenticity. We adhere to stringent quality protocols, and each batch is analyzed to confirm its identity, purity, and organoleptic profile. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing key parameters like organoleptic properties, refractive index, specific gravity, and major component profile via GC/MS are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at temperatures between 15-25°C (59-77°F). Due to its highly volatile nature, keep containers tightly sealed when not in use to prevent oxidation and evaporation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, mobile liquid
Color	Colorless to pale yellow
Odor	Characteristic fresh, woody, balsamic
Specific Gravity (20°C)	0.854 - 0.879
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.471 - 1.483
Optical Rotation (20°C)	-15° to 0°
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Assay (GC)	α-Pinene: 20-50%; Sabinene: 10-30%

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