Vanilla Essential Oil

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Technical Specification Sheet

Vanilla Essential Oil

INCI Name: Vanilla Planifolia Fruit Extract
Common Name: Vanilla Essential Oil (Vanilla Absolute)
Botanical Source: Vanilla planifolia
Plant Part Used: Cured Pods (Beans)
Extraction Method: Solvent Extraction (Absolute)
CAS Number: 8024-06-4
EC Number: 232-518-9
Grade: Cosmetic Grade
Packaging Size: 20g

1. Material Overview

Vanilla Essential Oil (commonly supplied as Vanilla Absolute) is obtained through solvent extraction of cured pods of Vanilla planifolia.

This cosmetic-grade raw material is supplied exclusively for further incorporation into cosmetic and personal care formulations. It contains vanillin alongside a complex mixture of aromatic phenolic compounds and trace constituents responsible for its characteristic depth.

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

2. Physical & Organoleptic Characteristics

• Appearance: Viscous liquid
• Color: Dark brown to amber
• Odor: Sweet, warm, balsamic, creamy
• Solubility: Oil soluble; soluble in alcohol
• Volatility: Low

Natural variation in color and aromatic profile may occur depending on origin, curing process, and extraction parameters.

3. Composition & Functional Attributes

Vanilla Absolute typically contains:

• Vanillin
• p-Hydroxybenzaldehyde
• Acetovanillone
• Various phenolic derivatives

Composition may vary according to origin and curing methods.

Functional Contribution in Formulations

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

• Provide warm base-note structure in fragrance compositions
• Add depth and sweetness to aromatic blends
• Complement floral, woody, and resinous profiles
• Integrate into anhydrous systems and emulsions as a fragrance component

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

All safety 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 applications

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

Due to its viscous nature, gentle warming may improve pourability. Avoid overheating.

6. Handling & Manufacturing Considerations

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

• Pre-dilution may improve dispersion
• Allergen labeling obligations must be assessed
• IFRA compliance and maximum usage limits must be observed
• Residual solvent specifications should be reviewed prior to use

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

• Vanilla pods undergo a curing process before extraction, developing aromatic precursors.
• True vanilla absolute is distinct from synthetic vanillin.
• Its low volatility allows it to function as a natural fragrance fixative.
• Origin and curing technique significantly influence aromatic nuance.
• Vanilla is among the most labor-intensive botanical extracts to produce.