- CAS number
- 8015-73-4
- IFRA Standard status
- Not recorded
- Products
- 2
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Description
Ocimum Basilicum Oil, also known as basil oil, is extracted via steam distillation from the fresh leaves and flowers of the Ocimum basilicum L. plant. This ingredient carries a rich historical significance dating back millennia, holding a central place in ancient traditions worldwide. Its distinctive aromatic profile is herbal, featuring subtle sweet, balsamic notes and a hint of camphor. In modern perfumery, Ocimum Basilicum Oil is widely used to impart freshness and complexity to fragrances and cosmetics, offering a unique olfactory experience.
Reported natural sources
Basil
Additional information
- The name basil comes from the Greek word "basilikon", pointing to the plant's prominent status in antiquity as royal or "worthy of a king".
- Basil is considered a sacred plant across many cultures. In India, it is dedicated to the god Vishnu, while in Greece, it is linked to religious traditions.
- It belongs to the Lamiaceae family, alongside mint and lavender, sharing similar aromatic properties and botanical character with them.
CAS number
8015-73-4
Other names
Sweet basil (linalool oil)Sweet basil oilOrganic basil oilLemon basil (citral)Tropical basil (methylchavicol)Basil (estragol)Basil (linalool)Basil methyl chavicolBasil oil of EgyptOcimum Basilicum Oil
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IFRA Standard status
The IFRA Standards form an industry self-regulatory system. They may prohibit or restrict the use of particular fragrance ingredients, or set specifications, according to end use. The status below reflects the IFRA data recorded for this ingredient. It is not a product certification and does not replace applicable law or assessment of the finished product.
Not recorded
Regulatory information
The Research Institute for Fragrance Materials (RIFM) is currently completing a comprehensive safety assessment for basil oil. Once finished, the evaluation will be reviewed by the Expert Panel for Fragrance Safety and published in peer-reviewed scientific journals.