opoponax resin oil

Opoponax resin oil is an essential oil obtained by steam distillation from the resin of Opopanax chironium, a plant sourced primarily in Mediterranean regions. The oil exhibits a deep balsamic aroma with warm, sweet, and resinous notes that make it a valued ingredient in fragrance compositions and perfuming agents. Known by synonyms such as opopanax chironium resin steam-distilled oil and Opopanax (resin), this material is characterized by its viscous appearance and characteristic scent profile. It is cataloged in chemical databases such as PubChem and is traditionally sourced through sustainable resin tapping followed by steam distillation, yielding an oil widely used in the fragrance industry.

Opoponax resin oil originates from the resin of the Opopanax chironium plant, a species found predominantly in parts of the Mediterranean. Its distinctive balsamic scent is utilized extensively as a fragrance agent within perfuming applications. According to the IFRA Code of Practice (Global), opoponax resin oil is subject to specific use restrictions to mitigate dermal sensitization risks when incorporated into consumer products. Due to its complex aromatic profile, it finds roles in fine fragrances, body lotions, and other scented formulations. It is not approved for flavoring use. The oil's historical and ongoing use in perfumery reflects its valued organoleptic qualities and compatibility with various aromatic blends.

Opoponax resin oil displays solubility characteristics that influence its use in product formulations. It dissolves readily in alcohol, which facilitates its incorporation in ethanol-based perfumes and colognes. However, it is insoluble in water, which impacts formulation strategies for aqueous systems. Its viscous nature and balsamic aroma derive from resinous components concentrated through steam distillation. These properties contribute to its fixative qualities in fragrance compositions. The oil’s physical behavior under ambient conditions supports stable scent release profiles and compatibility with multiple delivery formats in cosmetic products.

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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
Pictogram
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
RIFM Fragrance Material Safety Assessment: Search
IFRA Code of Practice Notification of the 49th Amendment to the IFRA Code of Practice
IFRA Critical Effect:
Dermal sensitization
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Please review Amendment 49 IFRA documentation for complete information.
IFRA RESTRICTION LIMITS IN THE FINISHED PRODUCT (%):
Category 1: Products applied to the lips
0.077 %
Category 2: Products applied to the axillae
0.023 %
Category 3: Products applied to the face/body using fingertips
0.46 %
Category 4: Products related to fine fragrance
0.43 %
	Category 5: Products applied to the face and body using the hands (palms), primarily leave-on
Category 5A: Body lotion products applied to the body using the hands (palms), primarily leave-on
0.11 %
Category 5B: Face moisturizer products applied to the face using the hands (palms), primarily leave-on
0.11 %
Category 5C: Hand cream products applied to the hands using the hands (palms), primarily leave-on
0.11 %
Category 5D: Baby Creams, baby Oils and baby talc
0.11 %
Category 6: Products with oral and lip exposure
0.25 %
	Category 7: Products applied to the hair with some hand contact
Category 7A: Rinse-off products applied to the hair with some hand contact
0.88 %
Category 7B: Leave-on products applied to the hair with some hand contact
0.88 %
Category 8: Products with significant anogenital exposure
0.045 %
Category 9: Products with body and hand exposure, primarily rinse off
0.84 %
	Category 10: Household care products with mostly hand contact
Category 10A: Household care excluding aerosol products (excluding aerosol/spray products)
3.00 %
Category 10B: Household aerosol/spray products
3.00 %
	Category 11: Products with intended skin contact but minimal transfer of fragrance to skin from inert substrate
Category 11A: Products with intended skin contact but minimal transfer of fragrance to skin from inert substrate without UV exposure
1.70 %
Category 11B: Products with intended skin contact but minimal transfer of fragrance to skin from inert substrate with potential UV exposure
1.70 %
Category 12: Products not intended for direct skin contact, minimal or insignificant transfer to skin
No Restriction
	Notes:
IFRA FLAVOR REQUIREMENTS:
Due to the possible ingestion of small amounts of fragrance ingredients from their use in products in Categories 1 and 6, materials must not only comply with IFRA Standards but must also be recognized as safe as a flavoring ingredient as defined by the IOFI Code of Practice (www.iofi.org). For more details see chapter 1 of the Guidance for the use of IFRA Standards.
Recommendation for opoponax resin oil flavor usage levels up to:
	not for flavor use.

Safety references

EPA ACToR:Toxicology Data

EPA Substance Registry Services (SRS):Registry

National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases:Data

SCCNFP:opinion

opopanax chironium l. resin steam-distilled oil

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