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rose absolute (rosa damascena) bulgaria
Rose absolute (Rosa damascena) Bulgaria is a fragrant concentrate derived from Rosa damascena flowers, used in flavor and fragrance applications for its floral aroma.
General Material Description
Rose absolute (Rosa damascena) Bulgaria is a natural aroma concentrate obtained from the petals of the Rosa damascena flower. This absolute typically appears as a rich, viscous liquid possessing a pronounced floral scent distinguished by waxy, honeyed, spicy, green, and occasionally metallic undertones according to sensory evaluations. Known by numerous synonyms including rose otto and attar of rose, this absolute is widely valued in perfumery and flavor formulations. The chemical composition contains complex mixtures of aromatic compounds, and it is soluble in alcohol but not in water, enhancing its versatility in various carriers. For detailed chemical information, see the PubChem entry. It is primarily sourced from Rosa damascena flowers cultivated in Bulgaria, renowned for their fragrance profile. The absolute is obtained through solvent extraction methods, yielding a concentrated essence used extensively in the flavor and fragrance industries.
Occurrence, Applicability & Potential Uses
Rose absolute originates from the Rosa damascena flower, commonly cultivated in Bulgaria, which provides optimal climatic conditions for its aromatic qualities. This absolute finds broad applicability as a flavor and fragrance agent in perfumery, cosmetics, and flavorings due to its distinctive floral aroma. It is employed in a range of products to impart rose, floral, sweet, spicy, and green notes, blending well with accords such as amber, jasmine, vanilla, and patchouli. Notable perfumes incorporating this absolute include classics like Chanel #5 and Shalimar. In regulatory terms, its usage is governed by standards such as IFRA (Global), which restricts certain constituents like methyl eugenol for safety reasons. The permitted concentration in fragrance concentrates typically does not exceed 5%, ensuring compliance with cosmetic and flavoring safety guidelines.
Physico-Chemical Properties Summary
Rose absolute exhibits physical properties typical of aromatic solvent-extracted absolutes, with a specific gravity ranging from 0.94 to 0.986 at 25 °C and a refractive index between 1.5 and 1.56 at 20 °C, reflecting its dense and viscous nature. Its flash point is measured at approximately 83 °C (183 °F), indicating moderate flammability. The absolute is soluble in alcohol and has limited solubility in water (estimated 255.8 mg/L at 25 °C), which affects formulation strategies, favoring alcoholic or oil-based carriers. It maintains stability without discoloration in various media, including powders, lotions, and lipsticks when stored in cool, dry, and light-protected environments. The shelf life under appropriate conditions extends beyond 24 months, supporting its long-term use in formulations.
FAQ
What is rose absolute (Rosa damascena) Bulgaria?
Rose absolute (Rosa damascena) Bulgaria is a concentrated natural aroma derived from the petals of the Rosa damascena flower, primarily grown in Bulgaria. It is obtained through solvent extraction processes, resulting in a viscous liquid with a rich floral scent characterized by waxy, honey, spicy, and green notes. This absolute is widely used in flavor and fragrance applications to impart rose and floral aromas. It is also known by various names such as rose otto, attar of rose, and oil of rose.
How is rose absolute produced and where is it commonly used?
The production of rose absolute involves the solvent extraction of fresh Rosa damascena flowers, capturing the complex essential aromatic compounds that define its scent profile. The flowers are predominantly cultivated in Bulgaria, a region renowned for cultivating highly fragrant roses suited for this purpose. Rose absolute serves as a critical ingredient in perfumery and flavor formulations, where it enhances compositions with its floral and slightly spicy aroma. It blends harmoniously with other fragrance notes like jasmine, vanilla, and patchouli and appears in classic perfumes such as Chanel #5 and Shalimar. Due to its solubility in alcohol and resistance to discoloration, it is suitable for incorporation into various product types.
What safety and regulatory considerations apply to the use of rose absolute?
Rose absolute is subject to safety assessments and regulatory standards such as those from IFRA (International Fragrance Association, Global), which limit concentrations of certain constituents like methyl eugenol due to potential sensitization and carcinogenic concerns identified in animal studies. Usage in fragrance concentrates is typically restricted to a maximum of 5%. The material is classified as a combustible liquid with mild skin and eye irritant properties and requires appropriate handling measures including wearing protective gloves and eye protection. It has defined toxicological parameters such as oral and dermal LD50 values in animal studies and should be stored in cool, well-ventilated areas away from heat sources. Manufacturers and formulators consult safety dossiers such as those from RIFM and FEMA (US) for compliance and safe usage guidance.
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General Material Information
| Trivial Name | rose absolute (rosa damascena) bulgaria |
| Short Description | rosa damascena flower absolute bulgaria |
| CAS Number | 8007-01-0 |
| FEMA Number | 2988 |
| FDA UNII | Search |
| FDA Patent | No longer provide for the use of these seven synthetic flavoring substances |
| FDA Mainterm | 977091-93-2 ; ROSE, ABSOLUTE (ROSA SPP.) |
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PhysChem Properties
| Material listed in food chemical codex | No |
| Specific gravity | @ 25 °C |
| Pounds per Gallon | 7.822 to 8.205 |
| Refractive Index | 1.5 to 1.56 @ 20 °C |
| Flash Point TCC Value | 83.89 °C TCC |
| Shelf life | 24 months (or longer if stored properly.) |
| Storage notes | Store in cool, dry place in tightly sealed containers, protected from heat and light. |
| Solubility | |
| alcohol | Yes |
| water, 255.8 mg/L @ 25 °C (est) | Yes |
| water | No |
| Stability | |
| lipstick | Unspecified |
| lotion | Unspecified |
| non-discoloring in most media | Unspecified |
| powder | Unspecified |
Organoleptic Properties
| Odor Type: Floral | |
| floral, rose, waxy, honey, spicy, green, cortex, geranium, metallic | |
| Odor strength | medium |
| Substantivity | 168 hour(s) at 100.00 % |
| Luebke, William tgsc, (1983) | At 100.00 %. floral rose waxy honey spicy green cortex geranium metallic |
| Flavor Type: Floral | |
| floral, green, spicy, waxy, honey, fatty, metallic, tropical | |
| Luebke, William tgsc, (1983) | Floral green spicy waxy honey fatty metallic tropical |
| General comment | Floral green spicy waxy honey fatty metallic tropical |
Occurrences
| (data available) |
Potential Uses
| Applications | |
| Odor purposes | Abronia , Acacia , Amber , Angel essence , Carnation , Chypre , Elder flower , Fetes , Freesia , Gardenia , Jasmin , Ophira , Orange blossom , Oriental , Patchouli , Rose , Rose geranium , Rose red rose , Rose white rose , Spring rain , Vanilla , Violet , Wallflower , Wisteria , Zibeline |
| Other purposes | A suma , Aimant , Bellodgia , Chanel #5 , Emeraude , Je reviens , Jockey club , Joy , Nahema , Nemesia , Rochas , Scandal , Shalimar , Vol de nuit , White linen , Yacht club |
Safety Information
Safety information
| European information : | |
| Most important hazard(s): | |
| Xn - Harmful. | |
| R 21/22 - Harmful in contact with skin and if swallowed. R 36/38 - Irritating to skin and eyes. S 02 - Keep out of the reach of children. S 24/25 - Avoid contact with skin and eyes. S 26 - In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical advice. S 37/39 - Wear suitable gloves and eye/face protection. | |
| Hazards identification | |
| Classification of the substance or mixture | |
| GHS Classification in accordance with 29 CFR 1910 (OSHA HCS) | |
| Flammable liquids (Category 4), H227 | |
| GHS Label elements, including precautionary statements | |
| Pictogram |  |
| Signal word | Warning |
| Hazard statement(s) | |
| H227 - Combustible liquid H303 - May be harmfulif swallowed H313 - May be harmful in contact with skin H316 - Causes mild skin irritation | |
| Precautionary statement(s) | |
| P233 - Keep container tightly closed. P264 - Wash skin thouroughly after handling. P280 - Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection. P303 + P361 + P353 - IF ON SKIN (or hair): Remove/Take off Immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse SKIN with water/shower. P370 + P378 - In case of fire: Use dry sand, dry chemical or alcohol-resistant foam for extinction. P403 + P235 - Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep cool. P501 - Dispose of contents/ container to an approved waste disposal plant. | |
| Oral/Parenteral Toxicity: | |
| intraperitoneal-rat LD50 1045 mg/kg MBI, Mediko Biologicheskaya Informatsiya. Medical-Biological Information. Vol. (3), Pg. 8, 1988. oral-rat LD50 2975 mg/kg BEHAVIORAL: COMA SENSE ORGANS AND SPECIAL SENSES: PTOSIS: EYE LUNGS, THORAX, OR RESPIRATION: CYANOSIS MBI, Mediko Biologicheskaya Informatsiya. Medical-Biological Information. Vol. (3), Pg. 8, 1988. | |
| Dermal Toxicity: | |
| skin-rabbit LD50 2500 mg/kg Food and Cosmetics Toxicology. Vol. 12, Pg. 979, 1974. | |
| Inhalation Toxicity: | |
| Not determined | |
Safety in use information
| Category: | |||
| flavor and fragrance agents | |||
| RIFM Fragrance Material Safety Assessment: Search | |||
| IFRA Code of Practice Notification of the 49th Amendment to the IFRA Code of Practice | |||
| contains the following IFRA (Annex) restricted components: (non-analysis max. level reference only) | |||
| methyl eugenol | Max. Found: 0.5 % and Reason: Potential carcinogenic activity in animals | ||
| eugenol | Max. Found: 2.3 % and Reason: Sensitization | ||
| citronellol | Max. Found: 6.00 % and Reason: Sensitization | ||
| farnesol | Max. Found: | ||
| geraniol | Max. Found: 5.00 % and Reason: Sensitization | ||
| benzaldehyde | Max. Found: 1.00 % and Reason: Sensitization | ||
| benzyl alcohol | Max. Found: 0.1 % and Reason: Sensitization | ||
| citral | Max. Found: 0.05 % and Reason: Sensitization | ||
| farnesal | Max. Found: 0.01 % and Reason: Sensitization | ||
| Recommendation for rose absolute (rosa damascena) bulgaria usage levels up to: | |||
| 5.0000 % in the fragrance concentrate. | |||
| Use levels for FEMA GRAS flavoring substances on which the FEMA Expert Panel based its judgments that the substances are generally recognized as safe (GRAS). | |||
| The Expert Panel also publishes separate extensive reviews of scientific information on all FEMA GRAS flavoring substances and can be found at FEMA Flavor Ingredient Library | |||
| publication number: 3 | |||
| Click here to view publication 3 | |||
| average usual ppm | average maximum ppm | ||
| baked goods: | - | 1.60000 | |
| beverages(nonalcoholic): | - | 0.63000 | |
| beverages(alcoholic): | - | - | |
| breakfast cereal: | - | - | |
| cheese: | - | - | |
| chewing gum: | - | - | |
| condiments / relishes: | - | - | |
| confectionery froastings: | - | - | |
| egg products: | - | - | |
| fats / oils: | - | - | |
| fish products: | - | - | |
| frozen dairy: | - | 1.20000 | |
| fruit ices: | - | 1.20000 | |
| gelatins / puddings: | - | - | |
| granulated sugar: | - | - | |
| gravies: | - | - | |
| hard candy: | - | 2.00000 | |
| imitation dairy: | - | - | |
| instant coffee / tea: | - | - | |
| jams / jellies: | - | - | |
| meat products: | - | - | |
| milk products: | - | - | |
| nut products: | - | - | |
| other grains: | - | - | |
| poultry: | - | - | |
| processed fruits: | - | - | |
| processed vegetables: | - | - | |
| reconstituted vegetables: | - | - | |
| seasonings / flavors: | - | - | |
| snack foods: | - | - | |
| soft candy: | - | - | |
| soups: | - | - | |
| sugar substitutes: | - | - | |
| sweet sauces: | - | - | |
Safety references
| EPI System: View |
| ClinicalTrials.gov:search |
| Daily Med:search |
| Toxicology Citations:Search |
| EPA Substance Registry Services (TSCA):8007-01-0 |
| EPA ACToR:Toxicology Data |
| EPA Substance Registry Services (SRS):Registry |
| National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases:Data |
| WGK Germany:2 |
| rosa damascena mill. flower absolute |
| Chemidplus:0008007010 |
| RTECS:VL0457000 for cas# 8007-01-0 |