frankincense oil replacer

Frankincense oil replacer is a synthetic fragrance compound designed to mimic the characteristic scent of natural frankincense, also known as olibanum oil replacer. It presents a woody and terpenic aroma reminiscent of aged incense and old wood. This material is typically a liquid with solubility in alcohol but insoluble in water, reflecting its nonpolar chemical nature. Key synonyms include olibanum oil replacer, highlighting its functional substitution for frankincense essential oil in perfumery. This compound can be found referenced in chemical databases such as PubChem. It is usually derived through synthetic processes rather than extraction from Boswellia species, offering consistency and supply advantages for fragrance manufacture.

Although frankincense oil replacer does not occur naturally, it has been developed as a synthetic alternative to the resin-derived frankincense essential oil, traditionally obtained from Boswellia trees. The replacer is applied mainly within the fragrance industry to impart a woody, incense-like note to perfumes, soaps, and cosmetic products. It provides a consistent olfactory profile compared to natural extracts, which may vary. Use levels and safety considerations fall under the IFRA Code of Practice (Global), which governs fragrance ingredient usage internationally. The compound is not intended for flavoring purposes, and its primary domain remains fragrance formulation where it offers a stable substitute for natural olibanum oil.

Frankincense oil replacer exhibits solubility characteristics typical of nonpolar fragrance components: it dissolves readily in alcohol solvents but shows negligible solubility in water. This property influences its incorporation into hydroalcoholic perfume bases and limits its use where aqueous solubility is required. The woody and terpenic odor notes result from volatile organic compounds structurally related to terpenes, which affect volatility and diffusion rates within fragrance compositions. These physico-chemical traits facilitate its role as a reliable fragrance agent, offering predictable behavior during formulation and evaporation compared to natural frankincense resins.

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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.
GHS Label elements, including precautionary statements
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Hazard statement(s)
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Precautionary statement(s)
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Oral/Parenteral Toxicity:
Not determined
Dermal Toxicity:
Not determined
Inhalation Toxicity:
Not determined

Safety in use information

Category:
fragrance agents
IFRA Code of Practice Notification of the 49th Amendment to the IFRA Code of Practice
Recommendation for frankincense oil replacer flavor usage levels up to:
	not for flavor use.

Safety references

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