artemisia ludoviciana oil

Artemisia ludoviciana oil, commonly called white sagebrush oil, is an essential oil extracted from the Artemisia ludoviciana plant, a species within the Asteraceae family. The oil exhibits a complex herbal profile with fruity and green tea-like notes and a characteristic resinous undertone. It is known by several synonyms, including artemisia albula oil and artemisia mexicana oil, reflecting its botanical variations. This fragrant oil is primarily obtained through steam distillation of the plant's aerial parts, yielding a volatile liquid used in perfumery and aroma applications. For detailed chemical and botanical data, the PubChem entry provides structured information. The oil's multifaceted scent profile makes it a valued ingredient in natural fragrance blends.

Artemisia ludoviciana oil naturally occurs in the Artemisia ludoviciana shrub native to North America. This essential oil finds its principal use as a fragrance agent, imparting herbal and green-tea nuances to perfumery products. It is not approved for flavoring purposes, as indicated by regulatory bodies. The International Fragrance Association (IFRA) Code of Practice (Global) restricts its usage levels due to sensitization concerns associated with minor components such as geraniol. Its biological role in the plant includes acting as a natural defense mechanism against herbivores and microbial agents. Formulators utilize this oil for its distinctive aromatic contribution in cosmetic and personal care products.

Artemisia ludoviciana oil is a hydrophobic volatile liquid that is soluble in alcohol but insoluble in water, which affects its behavior in solvent systems and formulation bases. Its solubility in ethanol enables its use in alcohol-based perfumes and tinctures, whereas its water insolubility requires emulsification or solubilization strategies in aqueous matrices. The oil's herbal, fruity, and resinous aroma derives from its varying volatile constituents. It does not present classified hazards under OSHA regulations, and toxicity data remain undetermined, emphasizing the need for adherence to IFRA usage guidelines. These physical and chemical properties influence its handling, storage, and incorporation into fragrance compositions.

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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)
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
IFRA Code of Practice Notification of the 49th Amendment to the IFRA Code of Practice
contains the following IFRA (Annex) restricted components: (non-analysis max. level reference only)
geraniol	Max. Found: 1.00 % and Reason: Sensitization
Recommendation for artemisia ludoviciana oil flavor usage levels up to:
	not for flavor use.

Safety references

European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) reference(s):

Outcome of the consultation with Member States and EFSA on the basic substance application for Artemisia vulgaris for use in plant protection as insecticide/repellent on orchards, vineyards and vegetables View page or View pdf