1. General Information
Botanical Name: Santalum album
Plant Part Used: Heartwood
Extraction Method: Steam distillation
Sourcing Type: Wildcrafted
2. Chemical & Physical Properties
Appearance: Viscous liquid
Color: Dark reddish brown to amber
Aroma: Pleasant woody aroma
Notes: Base
Specific Gravity: 0.962-0.976 at 30°C
Refractive Index: 1.499-1.506 at 30°C
Optical Rotation: (-)15-(-)20 at °C
3. Purity & Certification
100% Pure & Natural (Adulteration-Free Statement)
Certifications (USDA Organic, ECOCERT, GMP, etc.)
GC/MS Analysis Available
4. Uses and Applications
Sandalwood is sacred and used in Hindu and Buddhist rituals for tilaks, incense, offerings, and meditation.
It is used in various traditional medicine system for its healing properties including ayurveda.
The essential oil is used in skincare products for their soothing and anti-inflammatory properties.
It is also used as a flavoring agent in food and beverages, particularly in Asian cuisines.