Description

Lovage Oil is a steam-distilled essential oil derived from the roots, seeds, or leaves of the *Levisticum officinale* plant, prized for its warm, herbaceous, and slightly spicy aromatic profile. This natural extract serves as a versatile and potent flavoring and fragrance ingredient, valued for its ability to impart unique sensory characteristics to a wide range of consumer products. It is a key material for manufacturers in the flavor & fragrance, food & beverage, and nutraceutical industries seeking authentic, plant-based solutions.

Application

• Flavor & Fragrance Formulation: A core component in creating complex, savory, and spicy notes for perfumes, colognes, soaps, and cosmetic products.
• Food & Beverage Flavoring: Used to enhance and authenticate the flavor profile of savory sauces, soups, meat products, and specialty alcoholic beverages like gin and liqueurs.
• Aromatherapy & Wellness: Employed in diffuser blends and massage oils for its grounding and soothing aromatic properties.
• Natural Product Extracts: Serves as a raw material for the production of standardized herbal extracts and dietary supplements.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: May be utilized in the synthesis or formulation of traditional or herbal medicinal preparations.
• Industrial Deodorants: Acts as a natural masking agent in air fresheners and industrial odor control applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	Lovage Oil
CAS No.	8016-31-7
Molecular Formula	N/A (Natural Complex Mixture)
Molecular Weight	N/A (Natural Complex Mixture)
Synonyms	Levisticum Oil; Oil of Lovage; Lovage Root Oil; Lovage Seed Oil; *Levisticum officinale* Koch Oil; Maggi Plant Oil; FEMA 2651; CAS 8016-31-7
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Lovage Oil is produced and tested to ensure consistent quality and authenticity. We adhere to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and can supply material compliant with Food Chemical Codex (FCC) and Flavor Extract Manufacturers Association (FEMA) standards where applicable. Each batch is analyzed using GC/MS to verify its characteristic chemical profile. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, organoleptic properties, and key component analysis 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 evaporation and oxidation. Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, pale yellow to amber liquid
Odor	Characteristic, warm, herbaceous, spicy
Relative Density (20°C)	0.950 - 1.050
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.530 - 1.560
Optical Rotation (20°C)	-1° to +5°
Assay (GC)	Major components (e.g., Phthalides) as per typical profile
Solubility	Soluble in alcohol and most fixed oils; insoluble in water

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