Olibanum oil

CAS Number
8016-36-2
FEMA Number
FEMA 2816

What is Olibanum oil?

Olibanum oil (CAS 8016-36-2), also known as frankincense oil, is a steam-distilled essential oil obtained from the resin of Boswellia tree species. FEMA 2816.

Where is Olibanum oil used?

  • Fine fragrance and prestige cosmetics: base note fixative in perfumes and luxury skin formulations
  • Oral care and food-grade flavoring systems
  • Confectionery, beverages and tobacco: resinous depth
  • Personal care: facial serums, balms and massage oils
  • Pharmaceutical and nutraceutical: botanical active or aromatic excipient
  • It is used in topical and inhalation preparations.

Good to know: Quality benchmarks are typically aligned to ISO standards and IFRA guidelines. Country-of-origin documentation is commonly required by buyers.

Commercial specifications

  • Packaging from small drums to bulk quantities

Other Names (Synonyms)

frankincense oil|Boswellia oil|Oils, olibanum|BUHUR YAĞI

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What are the physical properties of Olibanum oil?

Boiling Point 140 °C(lit.)
Density 0.870 g/mL at 25 °C(lit.)
Flash Point 47 °C
Odor at 10.00 % in dipropylene glycol. terpenic incense peppery spicy old wood woody pine resinous
Form buffered aqueous solution
Refractive Index n 20/D 1.4780(lit.)

Which trade and regulatory codes apply to Olibanum oil?

UN Number 1993
ADR Class 3
Packing Group III
Storage Class 10 - Combustible liquids
WGK (Germany) 3
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