sage absolute spain

Sage absolute Spain, chemically linked with Salvia lavandulifolia, is an herbal essential oil known for its distinctive camphoraceous and rosemary-like aroma facets. This compound, classified under the common name sage oil, exhibits a complex sensory profile reflecting herbal, eucalyptus, and fern-like notes. Recognized in flavor and fragrance industries, it is derived from the leaves of the Spanish sage plant through solvent extraction or distillation methods. The preferred nomenclature aligns with its botanical origin, with multiple synonyms employed across flavor, fragrance, and essential oil databases. For detailed chemical and molecular data, references such as PubChem provide comprehensive information. The oil's usage hinges on its natural source, contributing a bouquet of aromatic characteristics relevant to perfumery and flavoring applications.

Sage absolute Spain is obtained specifically from Spanish sage (Salvia lavandulifolia), a plant native to Mediterranean regions. It occurs naturally in the leaves and flowers, where it contributes to the plant's characteristic aroma. This absolute is applied widely in flavor and fragrance formulations, benefiting from its herbal and camphoraceous notes that complement various aromatic blends. The material's use is regulated under IFRA (Global), ensuring concentration limits are observed for consumer safety. Potential applications extend to enhancing fern and herbal fragrance accords and contributing complexity to flavor profiles in food and beverage products. Its endorsement within fragrance safety assessments aligns with industry standards to optimize both olfactory impact and compliance.

Sage absolute Spain shows solubility characteristics typical of many essential oils, being soluble in alcohol yet insoluble in water. This behavior influences its formulation parameters, guiding its incorporation into alcohol-based perfume bases and flavoring agents while limiting direct aqueous applications. Its herbal and camphoraceous aroma profiles are stable under standard conditions, supporting its role as a key ingredient in fragrance development. The oil's relatively low toxicity indicated by LD50 values supports its handling within regulated usage levels. Physical consistency and solubility facilitate blending with compatible solvents, enhancing its versatility in complex olfactory and flavor matrices.

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Safety information

Hazards identification
Classification of the substance or mixture
GHS Classification in accordance with 29 CFR 1910 (OSHA HCS)
None found.
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Hazard statement(s)
None found.
Precautionary statement(s)
None found.
Oral/Parenteral Toxicity:
oral-rat LD50 2600 mg/kg Food and Cosmetics Toxicology. Vol. 12, Pg. 987, 1974.
Dermal Toxicity:
skin-rabbit LD50 > 5000 mg/kg Food and Cosmetics Toxicology. Vol. 12, Pg. 987, 1974.
Inhalation Toxicity:
Not determined

Safety in use information

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flavor and fragrance agents
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IFRA Code of Practice Notification of the 49th Amendment to the IFRA Code of Practice
Recommendation for sage absolute spain usage levels up to:
	2.0000 % in the fragrance concentrate.

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National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases:Data

salvia lavandulaefolia absolute

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