Sandalwood Essential Oil

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Technical Specification Sheet

Sandalwood Essential Oil

INCI Name: Santalum Album Oil
Common Name: Sandalwood Essential Oil
Botanical Source: Santalum album
Plant Part Used: Heartwood
Extraction Method: Steam Distillation
CAS Number: 8006-87-9
EC Number: 284-111-1
Grade: Cosmetic Grade
Packaging Size: 10g

1. Material Overview

Sandalwood Essential Oil is obtained by steam distillation of the heartwood of Santalum album.

This cosmetic-grade raw material is supplied exclusively for further incorporation into cosmetic and personal care formulations. It is characterized by a high concentration of alpha- and beta-santalol, contributing to its soft, creamy, and persistent woody profile.

Due to its concentration and low volatility, controlled inclusion levels are required in finished formulations.

2. Physical & Organoleptic Characteristics

• Appearance: Clear to slightly viscous liquid
• Color: Pale yellow to golden
• Odor: Soft, woody, creamy, warm
• Solubility: Oil soluble
• Volatility: Low

Natural variation in color and aromatic profile may occur depending on tree maturity, origin, and distillation parameters.

3. Composition & Functional Attributes

Sandalwood Essential Oil typically contains:

• Alpha-santalol
• Beta-santalol
• Santalenes
• Other sesquiterpenes

Composition may vary depending on species and geographic origin.

Functional Contribution in Formulations

Within cosmetic systems, Sandalwood Essential Oil is selected for its ability to:

• Provide creamy woody base-note structure
• Enhance fragrance longevity due to low volatility
• Add smoothness and diffusion to floral and resinous accords
• Integrate into emulsions, anhydrous systems, and fragrance systems as an aromatic component

Inclusion levels must comply with IFRA standards and allergen declaration requirements.

All safety, compatibility, and performance parameters must be validated within the final cosmetic formulation.

4. Suitable Formulation Applications

• Fragrance components in creams and emulsions
• Anhydrous oil blends
• Body butters and balms
• Soap and cleansing systems
• Fine fragrance compositions

Use levels must be determined through regulatory review, stability testing, and safety assessment.

5. Storage & Stability

• Store in a cool, dry place
• Protect from light and heat
• Keep container tightly sealed

Low volatility contributes to extended aromatic stability when stored correctly.

6. Handling & Manufacturing Considerations

This material should be handled in accordance with Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP).

• Pre-dilution may improve dispersion in certain systems
• Allergen labeling obligations must be assessed
• IFRA compliance and maximum usage limits must be observed

Compatibility testing, stability assessment, and final cosmetic safety evaluation remain the responsibility of the formulator or Responsible Person.

7. Regulatory Positioning

This product is supplied strictly as a raw cosmetic ingredient for further formulation.

It is not a finished cosmetic product and is not marketed for direct consumer application.

The purchaser assumes full responsibility for compliance with Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009, IFRA standards, allergen declaration requirements, CPSR preparation, PIF documentation, labeling, stability testing, and notification procedures.

8. Interesting Facts About the Raw Material

• True sandalwood oil is distilled from mature heartwood, often from trees over 15 years old.
• Alpha-santalol is the primary contributor to its creamy woody aroma.
• Different species, such as Australian sandalwood, have distinct chemical profiles.
• Its low volatility makes it an effective base-note material in fragrance architecture.
• Sustainable sourcing and traceability are critical due to conservation considerations.