Description

Peru Balsam is a natural oleoresin obtained from the trunk of the *Myroxylon balsamum* tree, valued for its warm, sweet, and vanilla-like aromatic profile. This versatile material serves as a key fixative and fragrance ingredient, prized for its ability to enhance the longevity and depth of complex scent compositions. It is an essential raw material for manufacturers in the perfumery, cosmetics, and flavoring industries, where natural, complex balsamic notes are required.

Application

• Fragrance & Perfumery: A core ingredient used as a base note and fixative in fine perfumes, soaps, and detergents for its rich, balsamic, and vanilla-like scent.
• Cosmetics & Personal Care: Employed in formulations for creams, lotions, and ointments for its aromatic properties and potential skin-conditioning benefits.
• Flavoring Agent: Used as a natural flavoring substance in food and beverages, imparting a sweet, balsamic character.
• Pharmaceutical Preparations: Historically and in some modern applications, used in topical preparations for its mild antiseptic and soothing properties.
• Aromatherapy & Incense: Valued in natural wellness products and incense blends for its warm, grounding, and comforting aroma.
• Industrial Applications: Can serve as a natural modifier in specialty adhesives or as a component in high-end wood finishes and polishes.

Basic Information

Product Name	Peru Balsam
CAS No.	8007-00-9
Molecular Formula	Complex mixture; Mainly benzyl benzoate, benzyl cinnamate, nerolidol, vanillin
Molecular Weight	N/A (Natural mixture)
Synonyms	Balsam of Peru; Peruvian Balsam; Black Balsam; China Oil; Myroxylon pereirae resin; Indian Balsam; Balsamum Peruvianum; Toluifera pereirae balsam
EINECS	232-352-8

Quality Control

Our Peru Balsam is sourced and processed to meet stringent quality standards suitable for its diverse applications. Quality is assured through comprehensive analytical testing, including organoleptic evaluation, specific gravity, refractive index, and chromatographic profiling (GC/MS) to confirm authenticity and typical composition. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing these parameters is provided with each batch to ensure traceability and compliance with your specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This product is easily oxidized and should be kept under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen) when in partially used containers to prevent resinification and maintain quality.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Dark brown, viscous liquid
Odor	Characteristic, sweet balsamic, vanilla-like
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Specific Gravity (20°C)	1.140 - 1.170
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.567 - 1.579
Acid Value	Max. 80
Ester Value	200 - 230
Saponification Value	230 - 255
Solubility in Ethanol	Clear solution in 90% ethanol (1:1)

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