lawsonia inermis flower oil

Lawsonia inermis flower oil is a natural essential oil extracted from the flowers of the henna plant, Lawsonia inermis. This dark-colored oil is recognized for its sweet, floral aroma reminiscent of tea and boronia. It belongs to the class of natural plant oils used primarily for its scent and is also known by several synonyms including black henna flower oil and lawsonia alba flower oil. The oil contains characteristic aromatic compounds that contribute to its distinct floral notes. It is listed in authoritative chemical databases such as PubChem. The flower oil is typically obtained via steam distillation of henna flowers, a process supported by traditional and industrial extraction methods referenced by the Food and Agriculture Organization. Its use is mainly focused on fragrance applications.

Lawsonia inermis flower oil naturally occurs in the blossoms of the henna plant. The plant thrives in tropical and subtropical climates and has a long history of extraction for cosmetic and aromatic uses. The oil's primary application is as a fragrance agent in perfumes and scented products, where its sweet floral odor is valued. The International Fragrance Association (IFRA, Global) provides guidelines and usage limits to ensure safety in aromatic formulations. Due to its distinctive aroma, it is not used in flavoring products. The plant's cultural and botanical associations do not extend application beyond perfumery, making its utility specialized but important in niche fragrance markets.

Lawsonia inermis flower oil is characterized by its dense, dark appearance and a volatile composition that imparts a sweet floral aroma. It is predominantly composed of aromatic compounds that maintain stability under typical ambient temperatures but may be sensitive to excessive heat. The oil’s physicochemical profile supports its incorporation into formulations where scent longevity and clarity are important. Its partition properties favor dispersion in oil-based fragrance blends rather than aqueous environments. Absence of significant toxicity hazards in available data aligns with its safe use within defined concentration limits as per IFRA recommendations. However, certain toxicity parameters such as dermal and inhalation toxicity remain underexplored.

	lawsonia inermis l. flower oil
Pubchem (sid):	135358395

Export Tariff Code:	3301.29.6000
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FAO:	BASIC PRINCIPLES OF STEAM DISTILLATION

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
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Hazard statement(s)
None found.
Precautionary statement(s)
None found.
Oral/Parenteral Toxicity:
intraperitoneal-mouse LD50 500 mg/kg BEHAVIORAL: CONVULSIONS OR EFFECT ON SEIZURE THRESHOLD Chemical and Pharmaceutical Bulletin. Vol. 13, Pg. 882, 1965.
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 lawsonia inermis flower oil flavor usage levels up to:
	not for flavor use.

Safety references

EPA ACToR:Toxicology Data

EPA Substance Registry Services (SRS):Registry

National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases:Data

lawsonia inermis l. flower oil

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