dacrydium franklinii wood oil

Dacrydium franklinii wood oil is a natural essential oil obtained from the rhizomes of the wood of dacrydium franklinii, a species in the Podocarpaceae family. This oil exhibits a characteristic woody and spicy aroma with notable cedarwood notes. It is also known under various synonyms such as huon pine oil, pine oil huon, and oils of Dacrydiumfranklinii. Classified as an essential oil, it represents a complex mixture extracted primarily via steam distillation. The sensory profile and composition link to its botanical source, which is endemic to certain forest regions. For reference, the nature of this oil is documented in public chemical databases such as PubChem. The oil has been historically utilized in fragrance formulation, exploiting its balsamic and woody aromatic qualities.

Dacrydium franklinii wood oil naturally occurs in the rhizomes of the dacrydium franklinii tree, endemic to the Podocarpaceae family. This botanical source yields an oil used primarily as a fragrance agent, valued for imparting balsam, carnation, cedarwood, herbal, pine, spice, and woody notes to formulations. It also conveys fir nuances in perfumery. Under the IFRA (Global) Code of Practice, usage levels are regulated to ensure safe application, allowing up to 2.0% concentration in fragrance concentrates, while it is not recommended for flavor uses. This oil's organoleptic profile makes it a specialized ingredient standard in the fragrance industry.

Dacrydium franklinii wood oil features a specific gravity ranging from approximately 1.0406 to 1.047 at 15 °C, indicating it is slightly denser than water. Its refractive index lies between 1.5303 and 1.5344 measured at 20 °C, which reflects its optical density useful for identification and quality control. The boiling point spans from 252 to 255 °C at standard atmospheric pressure (770 mm Hg), denoting a relatively high volatility typical for essential oil components. This oil is soluble in alcohol but insoluble in water, impacting its formulation parameters and solvent compatibility. These properties influence its handling, blending, and stability during cosmetic and fragrance product development.

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:
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 dacrydium franklinii wood oil usage levels up to:
	2.0000 % in the fragrance concentrate.
Recommendation for dacrydium franklinii wood oil flavor usage levels up to:
	not for flavor use.

Safety references

EPA Substance Registry Services (TSCA):8028-76-0

EPA ACToR:Toxicology Data

EPA Substance Registry Services (SRS):Registry

National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases:Data

dacrydium franklinii wood oil

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