sugandha kokila berry oil

Sugandha kokila berry oil is an essential oil extracted primarily from the berries of the Cinnamomum glaucescens tree, also known by its synonyms Cinnamomum cecidodaphne berry oil. This volatile oil is distinguished by its complex spicy woody aroma combined with resinous, herbal, and camphoraceous characteristics. It appears as a liquid with a specific gravity ranging roughly between 0.9272 and 0.9449 at 23 °C and exhibits partial solubility in alcohol while being insoluble in water. The oil's optical rotation ranges from -12.5 to -20.5 degrees, indicating its chiral nature. For more detailed compositional and chemical information, one can refer to its PubChem entry. Sugandha kokila berry oil is commonly sourced through steam distillation of the ripe berries of the tree, which grows predominantly in the Himalayan region. It serves as an ingredient in fragrance formulations where its distinct spicy and herbal notes are desirable.

This oil occurs naturally in the berries of Cinnamomum cecidodaphne Meissn., a species native to regions such as the Himalayan foothills. The bearer tree is valued for its aromatic fruits from which the oil is extracted. Sugandha kokila berry oil is predominantly used as a fragrance agent in perfumery and aromatherapy products due to its spicy, woody, and herbal scent profile. Within the fragrance industry, formulations incorporating this oil adhere to the International Fragrance Association (IFRA) Code of Practice (Global), which guides its safe use. The oil contains components that are subject to IFRA restrictions, and it is not recommended for flavor applications.

Sugandha kokila berry oil possesses physical properties that influence its formulation and stability in fragrance products. Its specific gravity at 23 °C ranges from approximately 0.9272 to 0.9449, indicating a density slightly less than water. The refractive index at this temperature lies between 1.4876 and 1.497, which informs on its optical characteristics and purity. The oil exhibits a negative optical rotation from -12.5 to -20.5 degrees, confirming its chiral constituents. Its acid value reaches a maximum of 3.5 KOH/g, reflecting relatively low free acid content and suggesting stability against degradation. Solubility tests show that the oil dissolves in alcohol but not in water, which is vital for selecting solvents in formulations. These properties collectively provide insight into the oil's behavior during blending, storage, and application.

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

Safety information

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GHS Classification in accordance with 29 CFR 1910 (OSHA HCS)
None found.
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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
contains the following IFRA (Annex) restricted components: (non-analysis max. level reference only)
geraniol	Max. Found:
methyl eugenol	Max. Found:
citral	Max. Found:
Recommendation for sugandha kokila berry oil flavor usage levels up to:
	not for flavor use.

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