Pacific Sandalwood (wood), essential oil (Santalum austrocaledonicum) – HBV HE

Pacific Sandalwood (wood) – Full Description & Information

Origin & Tradition. Endemic to the Pacific (New Caledonia and neighboring archipelagos), this sandalwood is sought after for its very elegant woody-creamy profile, often chosen as a traceable alternative to Indian sandalwood while retaining a refined amber warmth.

Botanical description & raw material. Santalum austrocaledonicum (Santalaceae) is a small hemiparasitic tree. The essential oil in this sheet comes from the heartwood , obtained by steam distillation . Authentic batches have a dominant sesquiterpene alcohols (e.g. santalols, bergamotol) which provide the creamy softness and hold.

Olfactory profile & construction. Sweet top, woody-lactonic heart, very persistent warm/amber base. Excellent fixative/polisher : binds distilled citrus (bergamot, orange), flowers (rose, jasmine, ylang) and balms/resins (benzoin, opopanax).

Technical information & usage verification

• Botanical name: Santalum austrocaledonicum
• Part used: wood (heartwood)
• Extraction method: steam distillation
• INCI (English): Santalum Austrocaledonicum Wood Oil (EINECS 295-223-5)
• CAS (usual references): 91845-48-6 and/or 1070895-66-7 according to supplier/quality standards
• Usual origins: New Caledonia (Pacific)
• Olfactory profile: woody, creamy, lactonic, sweet, amber ( 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 and test stability (color/odor) in rinse-off/leave-on media.
  • Ambient diffusion: yes — short diffusions in a ventilated room.
• Sustainability & compliance: favor legal/traceable channels (local responsible management, compliance documentation).
• Synonyms: Pacific Sandalwood Oil, New Caledonia Sandalwood Oil, Yellow Sandalwood
• Translations (5 max): EN Pacific Sandalwood — ES Sándalo del Pacífico — DE Pazifisches Sandelholz — IT Sandalo del Pacifico — TR Pasifik Sandal Ağacı
• Olfactory classification: woody / amber
• Customs code (SH/HS): chapter 3301.29 (EU: 3301.29.49 or 3301.29.90 depending on tariff lines)

Destinations & types of use

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

Agreements & examples (to be tested and validated)

100g candle — fragrance load 2–6%: Pacific Sandalwood 0.4–1.2g + Benzoin 0.2–0.4g + Bergamot 0.4–0.8g (cure ≥ 48h).
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Spray 100 ml — EO 0.6–1.5%: Pacific Sandalwood 0.20–0.60% + Lavender 0.20–0.40% + Dist. Orange 0.20–0.40% (maturation 24–48 h).
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Soap 1 kg — HE 0.3–0.8%: Pacific Sandalwood 0.15–0.35% + Cedar 0.10–0.20% + Vanilla/benzoin 0.05–0.15%.
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Formulation tips

Dose gradually : strong fixing and polishing power. Magnificent with distilled citrus, flowers (rose/jasmine/ylang) and resins/balms. Always check stability (color/odor) on wax, surfactants and alcohol bases; declare regulatory 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/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)

• Aroma Center FAQ
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External links & customs code

• IFRA — Standards (categories & restrictions)
• ECHA — Substances & Allergens
• European Union — Cosmetics Framework
• EU — Combined Nomenclature 3301.29.49 (essential oils, not deterpenated)
• HS Code: 3301.29.49 / 3301.29.90 (depending on country/tariff line)