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lavandula stoechas oil

Lavandula stoechas oil is an essential oil extracted from Spanish lavender, noted for its herbal and camphoraceous odor used in fragrance formulations.

General Material Description

Lavandula stoechas oil, commonly referred to as Spanish lavender oil, is a natural essential oil derived from the flowering tops of the Lavandula stoechas plant, a species native to the Mediterranean region. The oil is characterized by an herbal, camphoraceous aroma with woody and amber notes, making it valuable in perfumery. Known also under synonyms such as lavandula stoechas l. oil and Lavender, Lavandula stoechas, ext., this oil is primarily obtained via steam distillation of the plant material. It is a complex mixture of volatile constituents contributing to its distinctive fragrance profile. For chemical reference, the oil is indexed under PubChem and is recognized for its use as a fragrance ingredient in various applications.

Occurrence, Applicability & Potential Uses

Lavandula stoechas oil is extracted from the Lavandula stoechas plant, indigenous to Mediterranean environments where it naturally proliferates. It serves primarily as a fragrance agent, valued for imparting herbal, woody, and amber nuances to perfumes and personal care products. The oil’s composition enables it to function effectively in formulations aiming for camphoraceous and mossy scent accords. Within fragrance standards, the International Fragrance Association’s IFRA (Global) guidelines recommend usage limits, advising a maximum concentration of 8% in fragrance concentrates to ensure consumer safety. The oil is not designated for flavoring purposes according to current regulatory guidance.

Physico-Chemical Properties Summary

Lavandula stoechas oil demonstrates selective solubility characteristics, being soluble in alcohol but insoluble in water, a feature typical of many essential oils. This alcohol solubility facilitates its incorporation into alcohol-based fragrance formulations and perfumery. The oil's volatility and composition of aromatic terpenes contribute to its camphoraceous, herbal, and woody scent profile, influencing its olfactory performance and stability in blends. These physico-chemical properties impact formulation strategies, requiring consideration of solvent compatibility and scent preservation during product development.

FAQ

What is Lavandula stoechas oil and where does it come from?
Lavandula stoechas oil is a natural essential oil extracted from the flowering tops of the Lavandula stoechas plant, commonly known as Spanish lavender. This plant grows predominantly in Mediterranean regions. The oil is obtained through steam distillation and is valued for its distinctive herbal, camphoraceous aroma with woody and amber undertones.
How is Lavandula stoechas oil used and what are its main fragrance notes?
Lavandula stoechas oil is used mainly as a fragrance agent in perfumes and personal care products. It imparts herbal, woody, amber, and camphoraceous notes that enhance scent complexity. The oil is soluble in alcohol, facilitating its incorporation into alcohol-based formulations, yet it is not soluble in water. Usage guidelines set by fragrance regulatory bodies ensure its safe inclusion up to specified concentrations.
What safety standards and regulations apply to Lavandula stoechas oil?
The oil is assessed under International Fragrance Association (IFRA) standards (Global), which recommend usage levels up to 8% in fragrance concentrates to maintain safety. It has no classified hazards under OSHA's Hazard Communication Standard (29 CFR 1910). Additionally, it is not approved for flavor use. Safety data and toxicological references are available from multiple regulatory and scientific databases for further consultation.

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Literature & References

lavandula stoechas l. oil
Pubchem (sid):135342669
Publications by PubMed
Protective Effect of Lavandula stoechas and Rosmarinus officinalis Essential Oils Against Reproductive Damage and Oxidative Stress in Alloxan-Induced Diabetic Rats.
Lavender (Lavandula stoechas L.) essential oils attenuate hyperglycemia and protect against oxidative stress in alloxan-induced diabetic rats.
The Antibacterial Activity of Selected Labiatae (Lamiaceae) Essential Oils against Brucella melitensis.
An ethnobotanical study of medicinal plants in Marmaris (Muğla, Turkey).
Potentiating effects of honey on antioxidant properties of lemon-flavoured black tea.
Bioinformatical and in vitro approaches to essential oil-induced matrix metalloproteinase inhibition.
Exploring biodiversity in the bacterial community of the Mediterranean phyllosphere and its relationship with airborne bacteria.
An ethnobotanical survey of medicinal plants in Edremit Gulf (Balıkesir-Turkey).
Anti-inflammatory, anti-oxidant, and apoptotic activities of four plant species used in folk medicine in the Mediterranean basin.
Chemical composition and antioxidant activities of essential oils and methanol extracts of three wild Lavandula L. species.
Local versus regional intraspecific variability in regeneration traits.
Essential oils from wild populations of Algerian Lavandula stoechas L.: composition, chemical variability, and in vitro biological properties.
In vitro and in vivo antifungal activities of the essential oils of various plants against tomato grey mould disease agent Botrytis cinerea.
Nematicidal activity of essential oils and volatiles derived from Portuguese aromatic flora against the pinewood nematode, Bursaphelenchus xylophilus.
The in vitro antimicrobial activities of the essential oils of some Lamiaceae species from Turkey.
Chemical composition and antimicrobial activity of the essential oils of Lavandula stoechas L. ssp. stoechas growing wild in Turkey.
Mercury uptake and distribution in Lavandula stoechas plants grown in soil from Almadén mining district (Spain).
Chemical compositions and antioxidant properties of essential oils from nine species of Turkish plants obtained by supercritical carbon dioxide extraction and steam distillation.
Anti-biofilm properties of Satureja hortensis L. essential oil against periodontal pathogens.
Comparing the effect of sub-critical water extraction with conventional extraction methods on the chemical composition of Lavandula stoechas.
Efficacy of plant extracts against stored-products fungi.
Chemical composition, seasonal variability, and antifungal activity of Lavandula stoechas L. ssp. stoechas essential oils from stem/leaves and flowers.
Antimicrobial activities of the essential oils of various plants against tomato late blight disease agent Phytophthora infestans.
A phytogeochemical study of the Trás-os-Montes region (NE Portugal): possible species for plant-based soil remediation technologies.
Bacterial colonization of the phyllosphere of mediterranean perennial species as influenced by leaf structural and chemical features.
Classifying honeys from the Soria Province of Spain via multivariate analysis.
Chemical compositions and antibacterial effects of essential oils of Turkish oregano (Origanum minutiflorum), bay laurel (Laurus nobilis), Spanish lavender (Lavandula stoechas L.), and fennel (Foeniculum vulgare) on common foodborne pathogens.
Traditional medicine in Sakarya province (Turkey) and antimicrobial activities of selected species.
Analysis of serpentinophytes from north-east of Portugal for trace metal accumulation--relevance to the management of mine environment.
A new acetylated glucoside of luteolin and two flavone glucosides from Lavandula stoechas ssp. stoechas.
The chemical constituents and biological activity of essential oil of Lavandula stoechas ssp. stoechas.
Activation of soil respiration and shift of the microbial population balance in soil as a response to Lavandula stoechas essential oil.
Insecticidal properties of essential plant oils against the mosquito Culex pipiens molestus (Diptera: Culicidae).
Triterpenoids of the roots of Lavandula stoechas ssp. stoechas.
Daily time course of whole-shoot gas exchange rates in two drought-exposed Mediterranean shrubs.
Effects of drought on photosynthesis in Mediterranean plants grown under enhanced UV-B radiation.
Ethnopharmacological evaluation of the anticonvulsant, sedative and antispasmodic activities of Lavandula stoechas L.
The Constituents of the Essential Oil from Lavandula stoechas Growing Wild in Greece.
Hypoglycemic activity in various species of the genus Lavandula. Part 1: Lavandula stoechas L. and Lavandula multifida L.

Other Information

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FAO:BASIC PRINCIPLES OF STEAM DISTILLATION

General Material Information

Preferred name lavandula stoechas oil
Trivial Name Lavender, Lavandula stoechas, ext.
Short Description spanish lavender oil
CAS Number 90063-38-0
ECHA Number 289-996-8
FDA UNII 70759G2U6A
Synonyms
  • spanish lavender oil
  • lavandula stoechas l. oil
  • Lavender, Lavandula stoechas, ext.

PhysChem Properties

Material listed in food chemical codex No
Solubility
alcohol Yes
water No

Organoleptic Properties

Odor Type: Herbal
herbal, rosemary, camphoreous
General comment At 100.00 %. herbal rosemary camphoreous

Occurrences

Potential Uses

Applications
Odor purposes Amber , Moss , Woody

Safety Information

Safety information

Hazards identification
Classification of the substance or mixture
GHS Classification in accordance with 29 CFR 1910 (OSHA HCS)
None found.
GHS Label elements, including precautionary statements
Pictogram
Hazard statement(s)
None found.
Precautionary statement(s)
None found.
Oral/Parenteral Toxicity:
Not determined
Dermal Toxicity:
Not determined
Inhalation Toxicity:
Not determined

Safety in use information

Category:
fragrance agents
RIFM Fragrance Material Safety Assessment: Search
IFRA Code of Practice Notification of the 49th Amendment to the IFRA Code of Practice
Recommendation for lavandula stoechas oil usage levels up to:
8.0000 % in the fragrance concentrate.
Recommendation for lavandula stoechas oil flavor usage levels up to:
not for flavor use.

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lavandula stoechas l. oil
Chemidplus:0090063380