Description

Patchouli Oil is a complex, viscous essential oil steam-distilled from the dried leaves of the *Pogostemon cablin* plant, prized for its rich, earthy, and long-lasting aromatic profile. Its unique and persistent fragrance makes it a cornerstone ingredient for creating sophisticated, woody base notes in fine perfumery and personal care formulations. This natural product is essential for manufacturers in the fragrance, cosmetics, aromatherapy, and flavoring industries seeking authentic, high-quality botanical extracts.

Application

• Fragrance & Perfumery: A fundamental base note in perfumes, colognes, and aftershaves, providing a deep, earthy, and fixative quality to scent compositions.
• Cosmetics & Personal Care: Used in soaps, lotions, creams, and deodorants for its distinctive aroma and potential skin-conditioning properties.
• Aromatherapy & Wellness: Employed in diffusers, massage oils, and candles for its grounding, calming, and meditative aromatic benefits.
• Flavoring Agent: Used in minute quantities to impart a unique earthy character to certain food products, confectionery, and beverages.
• Household Products: Incorporated into detergents, fabric softeners, and air fresheners to provide a natural, long-lasting scent.
• Traditional & Herbal Uses: Valued in traditional practices for its purported properties and used as a botanical ingredient in various herbal preparations.

Basic Information

Product Name	Patchouli Oil
CAS No.	8014-09-3
Molecular Formula	Complex mixture; Main components include Patchouli alcohol (C15H26O)
Molecular Weight	N/A (Natural mixture)
Synonyms	Pogostemon cablin oil; Patchouli essential oil; Patchouly oil; Patchouli; Huo Xiang (Chinese); Patchouli alcohol (for primary constituent); Pogostemonis Herba Oil
EINECS	232-424-8

Quality Control

Our Patchouli Oil is sourced and processed under strict quality protocols to ensure consistency, purity, and authenticity. Each batch is analyzed using GC/MS to verify its characteristic chemical profile, including key markers like patchouli alcohol content. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing physical properties, chemical composition, and conformance to in-house specifications tailored for various industrial applications.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Viscous, amber to dark brown liquid
Odor	Characteristic, strong, earthy, woody, persistent
Specific Gravity (20°C)	0.950 - 0.990
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.505 - 1.515
Optical Rotation (20°C)	-60° to -40°
Patchouli Alcohol (GC)	≥ 25% - 35% (Grade dependent)
Heavy Metals	Contact for details
Solubility	Soluble in alcohol and fixed oils; insoluble in water

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