Description

Tolu Balsam Oil is a natural essential oil derived from the resin of the *Myroxylon balsamum* tree. This aromatic oil is valued for its warm, sweet, and balsamic fragrance profile, making it a key ingredient in sophisticated scent compositions. It serves as a crucial raw material for perfumers and flavorists seeking natural, complex olfactory notes. Primary industrial users include the fragrance, flavor, and personal care sectors.

Application

• Fragrance Formulation: Used as a middle to base note in perfumery for creating warm, sweet, and long-lasting oriental, amber, and floral accords.
• Flavor Enhancement: Employed in specialty flavorings for confectionery, beverages, and oral care products to impart a rich, balsamic character.
• Aromatherapy & Wellness: Incorporated into diffuser blends, massage oils, and candles for its soothing and grounding aromatic properties.
• Personal Care Products: A functional fragrance component in soaps, lotions, creams, and hair care products.
• Pharmaceutical Aromatics: Used as a natural flavoring agent in syrups, lozenges, and other medicinal preparations to improve palatability.
• Fine Chemical Intermediate: Serves as a source of specific aromatic compounds for further chemical synthesis in niche applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	Tolu Balsam Oil
CAS No.	8024-03-1
Molecular Formula	Complex mixture; primarily benzyl benzoate, benzyl cinnamate, and other volatile compounds.
Molecular Weight	N/A (Natural mixture)
Synonyms	Balsam Tolu Oil; Tolu Balsam Essential Oil; Oleum Tolutanum; Myroxylon balsamum oil; Balsam of Tolu Oil; Peruvian Balsam Oil (related); Opobalsamum Oil; Tolu Resin Oil
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Tolu Balsam Oil is sourced and processed under strict quality protocols to ensure consistency and purity for industrial applications. While specific grades vary, our standard quality undergoes analysis for key aromatic components, optical rotation, refractive index, and specific gravity. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing batch-specific characteristics are available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

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). This product is light-sensitive and should be stored away from direct light. It is also easily oxidized; for long-term storage, consider an inert atmosphere headspace. Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flames.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, pale yellow to amber viscous liquid
Odor	Characteristic sweet, balsamic, vanilla-like
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Specific Gravity (20°C)	1.090 - 1.110
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.560 - 1.580
Optical Rotation	-0.5° to +0.5°
Acid Value	≤ 5.0 mg KOH/g
Ester Value	Contact for details
Solubility	Soluble in ethanol, fixed oils; insoluble in water

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