Lavender oil

CAS Number
8000-28-0
EC Number
289-995-2
FEMA Number
FEMA 2620
Abbreviation
LEO

What is Lavender oil?

Lavender oil (CAS 8000-28-0), also known as Lavandulae aetheroleum and FEMA 2621, is a steam-distilled essential oil derived from Lavandula angustifolia and related species.

Where is Lavender oil used?

  • Cosmetics and personal care: primary scent character in lotions and shampoos
  • Soaps and bath products: fragrance and skin-conditioning
  • Food and beverage: natural flavoring in confectionery, herbal teas and baked goods under FEMA status
  • Pharmaceutical and healthcare: topical preparations, aromatherapy and oral care
  • Home care: signature fragrance in cleaning products, fabric conditioners and air fresheners
  • It functions as a fragrance material, flavoring agent and active ingredient.

Commercial specifications

  • Pharmacopoeial specifications define linalool and linalyl acetate content
  • Bulk supply in drums and IBCs; smaller packaging for specialty or cosmetic-grade procurement

Other Names (Synonyms)

oil of lavender|Lavandulae aetheroleum|Essential oils, lavender|Oils, lavender|Oils, essential, lavender|Lavandula, essential oil|Lavender essential oil|Lavandula Angustifolia Oil|LEO

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What are the physical properties of Lavender oil?

Boiling Point 204 °C(lit.)
Density 0.882 g/mL at 25 °C(lit.)
Flash Point 180 °F
Odor at 100.00 %. lavender herbal sweet
Refractive Index n 20/D 1.461(lit.)

Which trade and regulatory codes apply to Lavender oil?

Packing Group III
Storage Class 6.1C - Combustible acute toxic Cat.3 toxic compounds or compounds which causing chronic effects
WGK (Germany) 2
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