Description

Guaiacwood Oil is a natural essential oil derived from the wood of the *Bulnesia sarmientoi* tree, prized for its rich, woody, and slightly smoky aroma with a soft, sweet undertone. This unique olfactory profile makes it a highly valued ingredient for creating sophisticated, long-lasting fragrance bases and fixatives. It is an essential component for perfumers and flavorists seeking to impart warm, balsamic notes. Key industries that rely on this product include fine fragrance, personal care, and flavoring for tobacco and specialty food products.

Application

• Fine Fragrance & Perfumery: Serves as a core base note and fixative in premium perfumes, colognes, and eau de toilettes, imparting warm, woody, and balsamic characteristics.
• Personal Care Products: Used in soaps, lotions, and creams to provide a natural, earthy scent and enhance product stability.
• Flavor Industry: Employed as a flavoring agent, particularly in tobacco products and some specialty food items, to add smoky, woody nuances.
• Aromatherapy & Wellness: Valued in aromatherapy blends for its grounding, calming, and soothing aromatic properties.
• Industrial Fragrancing: Incorporated into air fresheners, detergents, and home care products for a persistent, pleasant woody aroma.
• Natural Ingredient Sourcing: Used as a natural alternative to synthetic woody aroma chemicals in "clean label" formulations.

Basic Information

Product Name	Guaiacwood Oil
CAS No.	8016-23-7
Molecular Formula	Complex mixture; Main components include Guaiol, Bulnesol
Molecular Weight	N/A (Natural mixture)
Synonyms	Guaiac Wood Oil; Champaca Wood Oil; Bulnesia Sarmientoi Wood Oil; Bois de Gaïac Oil; Guaiacwood Essential Oil; Guaiac Oil; Oleum Guaiaci Ligni; Champaca Absolute (related); Guaiacwood Concrete (related)
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Guaiacwood Oil is sourced and processed under strict quality protocols to ensure consistency and purity. Each batch is analyzed using advanced chromatographic techniques (GC/MS) to verify its chemical composition and authenticity against established standards. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing key parameters such as organoleptic properties, specific gravity, refractive index, and optical rotation. Our quality management system ensures traceability and compliance with relevant industry guidelines for natural products.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at temperatures between 15°C and 25°C (59°F and 77°F). 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, pale yellow to amber liquid
Odor	Characteristic, rich woody-balsamic, slightly smoky
Specific Gravity (20°C)	0.960 - 0.975
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.500 - 1.510
Optical Rotation (20°C)	-10° to -20°
Acid Value (max)	3.0 mg KOH/g
Ester Value	Contact for details
Solubility	Soluble in ethanol and fixed oils; insoluble in water
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Assay (GC)	Main components (Guaiol, Bulnesol) within typical range

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