costmary oil (chrysanthemum balsamita)

Costmary oil is an essential oil extracted from the plant Chrysanthemum balsamita, also known by synonyms such as balsamite oil and bible leaf oil. The oil is recognized for its distinctive herbal aroma, which includes prominent notes resembling clary sage and mint. It is commonly used in fragrance applications due to its complex and refreshing scent profile. This oil is derived through steam distillation of the aerial parts of the plant. It is documented under the controlled vocabulary link PubChem. The oil appears as a clear to pale yellow liquid and finds use in perfumery and aroma industries based on its sensory characteristics and botanical origin.

Costmary oil originates from the plant Chrysanthemum balsamita, which occurs naturally in certain regions cultivated for its aromatic properties. This essential oil serves as an effective replacement for clary sage and tansy oils in fragrance formulations owing to its similar herbal and minty notes. Additionally, it is employed as a flavoring agent, primarily as a substitute for tansy oil, although flavor use is less common compared to perfumery. The oil's application in fragrances aligns with recommendations from IFRA (Global), which provides guidelines to ensure safe usage levels. The versatility of costmary oil in replacing other herbal oils supports its utility in a range of fragrance compositions and aromatherapy blends.

Costmary oil demonstrates high solubility in alcohol and moderate solubility in water, approximately 407.7 mg/L at 25 °C, making it compatible with various formulations. It maintains stability in diverse product types such as bath foams, creams, hair sprays, lotions, powders, shampoos, and soaps without discoloration in most media. These properties contribute to its suitability in personal care and fragrance products. Its physicochemical characteristics allow it to integrate effectively without compromising the product's visual appearance or performance. The oil's clear stability profile supports its use in aqueous and alcohol-based compositions, expanding its formulation versatility.

	chrysanthemum balsamita l. oil
Pubchem (sid):	135313892

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.
GHS Label elements, including precautionary statements
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Hazard statement(s)
None found.
Precautionary statement(s)
None found.
Oral/Parenteral Toxicity:
oral-rat LD50 1150 mg/kg Food and Cosmetics Toxicology. Vol. 14, Pg. 869, 1976.
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
Recommendation for costmary oil (chrysanthemum balsamita) usage levels up to:
	0.2000 % in the fragrance concentrate.
Recommendation for costmary oil (chrysanthemum balsamita) flavor usage levels up to:
	not for flavor use.

Safety references

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National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases:Data

chrysanthemum balsamita l. oil

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