Sandalwood oil

Sandalwood oil (CAS 8006-87-9), also identified under FEMA 3005, is a steam-distilled essential oil derived primarily from Santalum album heartwood. It is valued across fragrance and flavor markets for its warm, creamy, woody scent profile. It functions as a base note fixative in fine fragrance and as a recognized flavoring agent in food and beverage applications. In perfumery, sandalwood oil anchors fragrance compositions by extending the longevity of top and middle notes.

This makes it a standard component in oriental, floral, and woody fragrance families. Personal care formulators incorporate it into premium skin creams, hair care products, and body oils where its scent profile supports luxury positioning. As a FEMA 3005-approved flavoring, it is used at low concentrations in baked goods, confectionery, and beverages. These applications benefit from the subtle woody-creamy nuances that the oil contributes to the final product.

Soap and candle manufacturers also source it as a primary fragrance material for natural and artisan product lines. The oil is supplied as a pale yellow to yellow viscous liquid, ensuring easy integration into various manufacturing processes. It is available in cosmetic/fragrance grade and food-grade specifications compliant with FEMA and relevant flavor industry standards. Packaging typically ranges from small amber glass units through to bulk drum quantities.

These options accommodate both specialty formulators and larger industrial buyers requiring consistent supply. The material maintains high purity levels to meet the rigorous demands of the global chemical and fragrance markets.