abies lasiocarpa oil canada

Abies lasiocarpa oil Canada is an essential oil extracted from the subalpine fir tree species Abies lasiocarpa. It is also known under synonyms such as fir oil subalpine and pinus lasiocarpa oil Canada. The oil manifests as a clear liquid with a medium-strength woody odor profile featuring fresh balsam and pine-like notes. This characteristic scent makes it valuable in fragrance formulations. Abies lasiocarpa oil is typically obtained via steam distillation of the needle and branch material from the tree, which grows predominantly in the mountainous regions of Canada. For further chemical information, see its entry on PubChem. The oil's natural origin and distinctive aroma contribute to its niche use in perfumery and aromatic applications.

This oil occurs naturally within the biomass of the Abies lasiocarpa tree, a subalpine fir native to mountainous areas of Canada and parts of North America. Its essential oil is harvested for its aromatic components, primarily used as a fragrance agent in perfumery and aromatherapy blends. The scent profile lends itself well to applications seeking balsamic, pine, herbal, and woody notes. Under IFRA (Global) guidelines, usage levels are monitored to ensure dermal sensitization risks are managed, particularly recommending limits of up to 6% in fragrance concentrates. The oil's properties enable its inclusion in complex aromatic compositions, enhancing natural green and resinous accords.

Abies lasiocarpa oil Canada has a specific gravity ranging approximately from 0.867 to 0.874 at 25 °C, indicating moderate density consistent with many essential oils. Its refractive index lies between 1.4682 and 1.4791 at 20 °C, reflecting its optical characteristics in light transmission measurements. The flash point measured by the tag closed cup method is about 141.3 °F, confirming a relatively low volatility typical of coniferous essential oils. The oil is soluble in alcohol, facilitating its incorporation into alcoholic-based fragrance formulations. These physical properties influence formulation stability, blending compatibility, and handling precautions during manufacturing and storage.

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

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GHS Classification in accordance with 29 CFR 1910 (OSHA HCS)
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Oral/Parenteral Toxicity:
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Dermal Toxicity:
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Inhalation Toxicity:
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Safety in use information

Category:
fragrance agents
IFRA Code of Practice Notification of the 49th Amendment to the IFRA Code of Practice
IFRA Critical Effect:
Dermal sensitization
IFRA Other Specification:
IFRA fragrance material specification:
	Essential oils (e.g. turpentine oil) and isolates (e.g. delta-3-carene) derived from the Pinacea family, including Pinus and Abies genera, should only be used when the level of peroxides is kept to the lowest practicable level, for instance by adding antioxidants at the time of production. Such products should have a peroxide value of less than 10 millimoles peroxide per liter, determined according to the FMA method, which can be downloaded from the IFRA website (see Analytical Methods).
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Recommendation for abies lasiocarpa oil canada usage levels up to:
	6.0000 % in the fragrance concentrate.
Recommendation for abies lasiocarpa oil canada flavor usage levels up to:
	not for flavor use.

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