thyme oil portuguese

Thyme oil portuguese is a natural essential oil derived from the herb Thymus zygis ssp. zygis, a member of the Lamiaceae family. This oil, classified under PubChem SID 135324170, appears as a clear liquid with a characteristic woody herbal odor and an herbal thyme flavor. It is obtained through the extraction of the aerial parts of the thyme plant, primarily via steam distillation methods. This essential oil is used predominantly in fragrance formulations and perfuming agents due to its distinctive aromatic profile and compatibility with alcohol-based solvents. Related synonyms for this material include thyme, thymus zygis, ext. and thymus zygis ssp. zygis herb oil portuguese.

Thyme oil portuguese occurs naturally as an extract from the herb Thymus zygis ssp. zygis, widely grown in Portugal and other Mediterranean regions. Its strong woody and herbal aroma makes it a valued ingredient in the fragrance industry, especially for creating perfumes and scented products. The oil’s application is regulated under IFRA (Global) standards, which advise maximum usage levels of up to 1.0% in fragrance concentrates. Although part of the Lamiaceae family traditionally associated with culinary herbs, this specific oil is not recommended for flavoring uses. Its primary utilization centers around perfuming agents, where its organoleptic qualities contribute to complex scent compositions.

Thyme oil portuguese is notable for its solubility characteristics, being soluble in alcohol yet insoluble in water. This property influences its behavior in formulations, favoring inclusion in alcohol-based perfume bases and topical fragrance products. The oil’s composition imparts a stable woody herbal odor profile at 100% concentration, contributing to its fragrance value. Physicochemical stability and solvent compatibility are critical for ensuring its efficacy and shelf life in perfumery applications. Typical extraction via steam distillation preserves its volatile aromatic constituents, which include terpenoids responsible for its characteristic sensory properties.

	thymus zygis ssp. zygis herb oil
Pubchem (sid):	135324170

Export Tariff Code:	3301.29.6000
Typical G.C.
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FAO:	BASIC PRINCIPLES OF STEAM DISTILLATION

Safety information

Hazards identification
Classification of the substance or mixture
GHS Classification in accordance with 29 CFR 1910 (OSHA HCS)
None found.
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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
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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:
Recommendation for thyme oil portuguese usage levels up to:
	1.0000 % in the fragrance concentrate.
Recommendation for thyme oil portuguese flavor usage levels up to:
	not for flavor use.

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thymus zygis ssp. zygis herb oil

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