Cananga Odorata Flower Oil
Synonyms
Ylang ylang oil (Cananga odorata Hook.f. and Thomas) (FEMA No. 3119);
Cananga oil (Cananga odorata Hook.F. and Thoms) (FEMA No. 2232);
Cananga oil / Ylang-ylang, ext. (CAS: 83863-30-3);
Ylang ylang oil (CAS: 8006-81-3);
Cananga oil (Oils, cananga) (CAS: 68606-83-7);
Category
Natural Surfactant
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Chemical Numbering System
CAS: 8006-81-3 / 83863-30-3 / 68606-83-7
EINECS: N/A / 281-092-1 / N/A
Molecular Formula & Molecular Weight
Molecular Formula: N/A
Molecular Weight: N/A
Structure
Properties
Appearance (1), liquid.
Solubility insoluble in water.
Stability stable.
Risk Liquid form: flammable material; irritation, irritation to skin, eye, respiratory system. Harmful products of combustion are CO, CO2 and so on. Contact with strong oxidants, can cause to burn.
GHS label: 
Animal Toxicity
Table 1 Animal toxicity values
|
rabbit skin LD50 |
> 5000mg/kg[1] |
|
rat oral LD50 |
> 5000mg/kg[1] |
Ecology may be hazardous to environment. Water body should be given special attention.
Biodegradability biodegradable.
Characteristics excellent masking, adsorbing abilities.
Note (1), Ylang ylang oil and Cananga oil: Ylang ylang oil obtained from the flowers of Cananga odorata forma genuina, Cananga oil obtained from the flowers of Cananga odorata forma macrophylla.
Synthesis
Quality Standards & Test Methods
1, Physical and chemical indexes
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Item |
Physical and chemical indexes |
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Liquid |
|
|
Actives, %, ≥ |
95.0 |
Test Methods
(1), Actives
GB/T 13173 Surface active agents -- Detergents -- Testing methods
2, Hazardous substances indexes
|
Item |
Hazardous substances indexes |
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Liquid |
|
|
Heavy metals (as Pb), mg/kg, ≤ |
20 |
|
As, mg/kg, ≤ |
3 |
Test Methods
(1), Heavy metals (as Pb)
Safety and Technical Standards for Cosmetics (2015 Edition)
GB/T 30799 The test method of food detergents -- Determination of heavy metals
(2), As
Safety and Technical Standards for Cosmetics (2015 Edition)
GB/T 30797 The test method of food detergents -- Determination of total arsenic
3, Product standards
(1), ISO standards
(1a), ISO 3063:2004 Oil of ylang-ylang (Cananga odorata (Lam.) Hook. f. et Thomson forma genuina)
(1b), ISO 3523:2002 Oil of cananga (Cananga odorata (Lam.) Hook. f. et Thomson, forma macrophylla)
4, Further explanation
(a), On physical and chemical indexes: firstly, shall be indicated carbon atom distribution; secondly, shall be indicated average molecular weight.
(b), Used in cosmetics, should be test for harmful substances or furtherly test for microorganisms, according to local regulations and standards.
Major Uses
1, Typical applications
Use as perfume.
2, Personal care products
Perfume in personal care products.
3, Food
Use as food additive (perfume).
Manufacturers
References
[1]: ChemIDplus. 8006-81-3, Oils, ylang-ylang
Update: 20201121(1);