tolu balsam oil replacer

Tolu balsam oil replacer is a fragrance ingredient derived as an alternative to natural balsam tolu oil, sourced from the Myroxylon toluiferum L. tree. It manifests as a viscous liquid exhibiting a sweet, balsamic, resinous odor with additional peppery, fruity, and spicy cinnamyl notes. Known synonyms include balsam tolu oil replacer, myroxylon balsamum balsam oil replacer, and myroxylon toluiferum L. oil replacer. This compound is primarily used in fragrance applications to replicate the characteristic scent of balsam tolu while offering formulation flexibility. A controlled-vocabulary link for further chemical reference is available via PubChem. Its derivation enables perfumers to achieve balsamic and warm spiced scent profiles without direct sourcing from the natural balsam tree.

Tolu balsam oil replacer is widely applied in fragrance agents due to its distinct balsamic aroma reminiscent of tolu balsam, tobacco, leather, and various florals such as gardenia, honeysuckle, stephanotis, and tuberose. It may occur from synthetic or semi-synthetic processes designed to mimic naturally derived balsamic resins. Recognized under the IFRA (Global) Code of Practice, this ingredient serves as a substitute to maintain olfactory characteristics while offering increased supply stability. Its usage focuses on perfumery compositions requiring a rich, sweet, and spicy balsam note. This replacer is not intended for flavoring use, consistent with regulatory guidelines.

Tolu balsam oil replacer exhibits solubility in alcohol but is insoluble in water, a property influencing its integration in alcoholic perfume bases and other formulations favoring hydrophobic interactions. Its viscous consistency and balsamic scent profile enable effective blending with other fragrance components to impart warm, spicy, and resinous notes. Its chemical stability under typical ambient conditions supports its use in various scented products. The selective solubility facilitates controlled dispersion and release of odorants in finished preparations.

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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
Recommendation for tolu balsam oil replacer flavor usage levels up to:
	not for flavor use.

Safety references

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