sage oil reunion

Sage oil reunion is a natural essential oil obtained by steam distillation of the leaves of the herbal plant Salvia officinalis L., belonging to the Lamiaceae family. This oil is characterized by a medium-strength thujonic odor that combines herbal, eucalyptus, rosemary, and woody notes. Known by multiple synonyms such as 'Salvia officinalis oil reunion' and 'sage leaf oil,' it appears as a clear to pale yellow liquid with a refractive index ranging typically between 1.457 and 1.469 at 20 °C. The chemical constituents impart a distinctive flavor and aroma profile valuable in perfumery and flavoring. It is listed under the chemical identifier CAS 8022-56-8 and recognized in controlled vocabularies such as PubChem. Sourced primarily from Salvia officinalis plants grown in Reunion and similar climates, sage oil reunion reflects the terroir's impact on its composition and scent.

Sage oil reunion is naturally present in the leaves of the Salvia officinalis plant. It is commonly applied as a flavor and fragrance agent within various industries, including cosmetic formulations as a fragrance and tonic. The oil's sensory profile lends itself to inclusion in herbal, evergreen, and woodsy fragrance compositions, substituting eucalyptus or enhancing notes of rosemary, cedar, and pine. In flavoring, it imparts a thujonic, sage-like quality often noted in pennyroyal-flavored products. Regulatory assessment under FEMA (US) standards supports its safe use within defined concentration limits, ensuring its suitability for consumer products when used appropriately.

Sage oil reunion exhibits a specific gravity between 0.903 and 0.925 at 25 °C and a refractive index from 1.457 to 1.469 at 20 °C, properties that influence its handling and blending in formulations. It has a flash point of approximately 52 °C (124 °F), suggesting moderate flammability, necessitating proper storage and usage precautions. The oil is soluble in alcohol and has limited solubility in water, estimated at 683.7 mg/L at 25 °C, affecting its miscibility in aqueous systems. With a typical shelf life of 24 months when stored under optimal conditions, it maintains stability for commercial use. The presence of thujone components defines its organoleptic characteristics and contributes to its substantivity in scent applications, lasting up to 12 hours at full strength.

	salvia officinalis l. oil
Canada Domestic Sub. List:	8022-56-8
Pubchem (sid):	135308063

FDA Substances Added to Food (formerly EAFUS):	View
Export Tariff Code:	3301.29.5050
Typical G.C.
Wikipedia:	View
FAO:	BASIC PRINCIPLES OF STEAM DISTILLATION
Reference: Table Ill. Comparative percentage composition of Salvia offlcinalis oil produced from plants grown in two areas of Egypt, Giza oil

Safety information

European information :
Most important hazard(s):
Xn N - Harmful, Dangerous for the environment.
R 10 - Flammable. R 22 - Harmful if swallowed. R 43 - May cause sensitisation by skin contact. R 51/53 - Toxic to aquatic organisms, may cause long-term adverse effects in the aquatic environment. R 65 - Harmful: may cause lung damage if swallowed. R 68 - Possible risk of irreversible effects. S 02 - Keep out of the reach of children. S 24 - Avoid contact with skin. S 36/37 - Wear suitable protective clothing and gloves. S 61 - Avoid release to the environment. Refer to special instructions/safety data sheet. S 62 - If swallowed, do not induce vomiting: seek medical advice immediately and show this container or label.
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
Pictogram
Hazard statement(s)
None found.
Precautionary statement(s)
None found.
Oral/Parenteral Toxicity:
oral-rat LD50 2600 mg/kg Food and Cosmetics Toxicology. Vol. 12, Pg. 987, 1974.
Dermal Toxicity:
skin-rabbit LD50 > 5000 mg/kg Food and Cosmetics Toxicology. Vol. 12, Pg. 987, 1974.
Inhalation Toxicity:
Not determined

Safety in use information

Category:
flavor and fragrance agents
RIFM Fragrance Material Safety Assessment: Search
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)
eugenol	Max. Found: trace to
geraniol	Max. Found: trace to
Recommendation for sage oil reunion usage levels up to:
	1.0000 % in the fragrance concentrate.
Use levels for FEMA GRAS flavoring substances on which the FEMA Expert Panel based its judgments that the substances are generally recognized as safe (GRAS).
The Expert Panel also publishes separate extensive reviews of scientific information on all FEMA GRAS flavoring substances and can be found at FEMA Flavor Ingredient Library
publication number: 3
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		average usual ppm	average maximum ppm
baked goods:		-	14.00000
beverages(nonalcoholic):		-	3.70000
beverages(alcoholic):		-	-
breakfast cereal:		-	-
cheese:		-	-
chewing gum:		-	30.00000
condiments / relishes:		-	14.00000
confectionery froastings:		-	-
egg products:		-	-
fats / oils:		-	-
fish products:		-	-
frozen dairy:		-	16.00000
fruit ices:		-	16.00000
gelatins / puddings:		-	-
granulated sugar:		-	-
gravies:		-	-
hard candy:		-	11.00000
imitation dairy:		-	-
instant coffee / tea:		-	-
jams / jellies:		-	-
meat products:		-	110.00000
milk products:		-	-
nut products:		-	-
other grains:		-	-
poultry:		-	-
processed fruits:		-	-
processed vegetables:		-	-
reconstituted vegetables:		-	-
seasonings / flavors:		-	-
snack foods:		-	-
soft candy:		-	-
soups:		-	-
sugar substitutes:		-	-
sweet sauces:		-	-

Safety references

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EPA Substance Registry Services (TSCA):8022-56-8

EPA ACToR:Toxicology Data

EPA Substance Registry Services (SRS):Registry

National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases:Data

WISER:UN 2319

WGK Germany:3

salvia officinalis l. oil

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