Description

Opopanax (Resin) CAS NO 93384-32-8 is a natural oleo-gum-resin obtained from trees of the genus *Commiphora*, valued for its distinctive balsamic, warm, and slightly spicy aroma. This material is a key ingredient in the creation of complex, long-lasting fragrance accords and is prized for its fixative properties. It serves as a critical raw material for perfumers and flavorists in the fragrance, flavor, and aromatherapy industries seeking authentic and high-quality natural ingredients.

Application

• Fine Fragrance & Perfumery: Used as a base note and fixative in premium perfumes, colognes, and personal care products to impart warm, balsamic, and spicy nuances.
• Flavor Creation: Employed in sophisticated flavor formulations for food and beverages, contributing subtle spicy and woody notes.
• Aromatherapy & Wellness: Incorporated into essential oil blends and incense for its grounding and calming aromatic profile.
• Traditional & Herbal Preparations: Used in certain traditional medicine and herbal supplement formulations for its historical applications.
• Home Fragrance: A component in high-end candles, diffuser oils, and potpourri for creating warm, inviting ambient scents.

Basic Information

Product Name	Opopanax (Resin)
CAS No.	93384-32-8
Molecular Formula	Complex mixture (Natural Resin)
Molecular Weight	N/A (Natural mixture)
Synonyms	Opopanax Gum; Opopanax Resinoid; Sweet Myrrh; Bisabol Myrrh; Perfumery Opopanax; Opopanax chironium resin; Commiphora guidottii resin; Balsam Opopanax
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Opopanax (Resin) is sourced and processed under strict quality protocols to ensure consistency and purity for industrial applications. While it is a natural product with inherent variability, we employ organoleptic, physical, and chromatographic analyses to verify its identity and quality profile against established benchmarks for the fragrance industry. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing key parameters is available for every batch upon request.

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). Due to its resinous nature and sensitivity to oxidation, prolonged exposure to air, heat, and strong light should be avoided to maintain optimal quality and shelf life.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Viscous, semi-solid mass or irregular lumps
Color	Yellowish-brown to reddish-brown
Odor	Characteristic, warm, balsamic, spicy
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Acid Value	Contact for details
Saponification Value	Contact for details
Solubility	Partially soluble in alcohol; soluble in fixed oils

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