Santal australien (wood), huile essentialle (Santalum spicatum) – HBV HE

Australian Sandalwood – Full Description & Information

Origin & Tradition. Australian sandalwood is endemic to the semi-arid regions of Western Australia. Its wood oil, prized in fine and home fragrances, serves as a warm, enveloping, and fixative base note . It is often chosen as a traceable alternative to Indian sandalwood for woody/amber/oriental creations.

Botanical description & material. Santalum spicatum (Santalaceae) is a small hemiparasitic tree. The essential oil is obtained by steam distillation of the wood (chips/sections). Authentic batches are dominated by santalols (α/β), supplemented with (Z)-nuciferol and farnesol, giving the characteristic creamy sweetness.

Olfactory profile & construction. Sweet top note, woody-creamy heart, warm/amber base with great staying power. Excellent hinge between distilled citrus fruits (bergamot, orange), flowers (rose, jasmine, ylang) and resins (benzoin, opopanax). Brings body , roundness and staying power to the accords.

Technical information & usage verification

• Botanical name: Santalum spicatum
• Part used: wood
• Extraction method: steam distillation
• INCI (English): Santalum Spicatum (Wood) Oil
• CAS (usual): 8024-35-9 (Australian sandalwood essential oil)
• Usual origins: Australia (WA, SA)
• Olfactory profile: woody, creamy, amber, sweet, clean ( base note)
• Use categories: Cosmetics & home fragrances — non-food
• Usage verification:
  • Food: No — not intended for ingestion.
  • Cosmetic: yes — professional use ; comply with IFRA/allergens, test stability (color/odor) according to support.
  • Diffusion: yes — short diffusions in a ventilated room.
• Sustainability & compliance: favor legal/traceable channels and responsible management schemes (plantations, local controls).
• Synonyms: Australian Sandalwood Oil, West Australian Sandalwood
• Translations (5 max): EN Australian Sandalwood — ES Sándalo australiano — DE Australisches Sandelholz — IT Sandalo australiano — TR Avustralya Sandal Ağacı
• Olfactory classification: woody / amber
• Customs code (HS/HS): 3301.29 (EU: 3301.29.90; US: 3301.29.5139 “essential oils of sandalwood”)

Destinations & types of use

Crafts: candles, home fragrances (sprays/mists), scented ceramics, scented papers.
Industry: fine fragrances, woody/amber bases, premium detergents, rinse-off care products (soaps/shower gels).
Wellness (non-medical): scented atmospheres (no health claims).

Agreements & examples (to be tested and validated)

100g candle — fragrance load 2–6%: Australian sandalwood 0.4–1.2g + Benzoin 0.2–0.4g + Bergamot 0.4–0.8g (cure ≥ 48h).
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Spray 100 ml — HE 0.6–1.5%: Australian sandalwood 0.20–0.60% + Lavender 0.20–0.40% + Orange dist. 0.20–0.40% (ripening 24–48 h).
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Soap 1 kg — HE 0.3–0.8%: Australian sandalwood 0.15–0.35% + Cedar 0.10–0.20% + Vanilla/benzoin 0.05–0.15%.
→ See the product on Aroma Centre

Formulation tips

Dose gradually: strong fixing and polishing power. Superb with: distilled citrus, rose/geranium, jasmine/ylang, resins/ambers. Check stability (color/odor) on wax, surfactants and alcohol bases; declare allergens if present.

Precautions & Compliance

For professional use only. Do not ingest. Do not apply neat. Avoid contact with eyes and mucous membranes. Not recommended during pregnancy and breastfeeding. Keep out of reach of children/pets. Comply with IFRA/allergen standards and local regulations. Keep tightly closed, away from heat and light.

Documentation (professionals)

SDS, COA, TDS, IFRA/Allergen Declaration (if applicable) and other certificates — available upon request.

Liability clauses

Information is for guidance only, with no guarantee of completeness. It does not replace your regulatory obligations or your suitability tests for the final support. HBV Huiles et Beurres Végétaux, Aroma Centre and Labos-PBE decline all responsibility in the event of non-compliant use or for food purposes. Product intended for professional use (cosmetics & atmosphere).

Useful links (internal)

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External links & customs code

• IFRA — Standards
• ECHA — Substances & Allergens
• European Union — Cosmetics Framework
• HTS US — 3301.29.51xx (sandalwood essential oils)
• HS/HS code: 3301.29 (EU: 3301.29.90; US: 3301.29.5139)