Blue chamomile oil

Blue chamomile oil (CAS 8015-92-7), also listed under FEMA 2272, is a steam-distilled essential oil derived from Matricaria chamomilla.

Where is Blue chamomile oil used?

• Personal care: botanical active in facial serums and creams
• Fragrance: floral-herbaceous modifier in fine and functional fragrance blends
• Food and beverage: natural flavoring under 21 CFR 182.20 for herbal teas, confectionery and botanical beverages
• Pharmaceutical and nutraceutical manufacturers incorporate it into topical preparations.
• Oral formulations target skin and digestive wellness positioning.

Good to know: Its anti-inflammatory botanical profile supports soothing claims for sensitive-skin products. Quality benchmarks are typically aligned to ISO standards and pharmacopoeial monographs including Ph. Eur.

Commercial specifications

• Deep blue color from chamazulene formed during distillation
• Packaging from small amber glass vials to drums