Lavandin abrialis (CAS 8022-15-9) — Floral Top-middle Note Fragrance Ingredient
Lavandin abrialis
CAS 8022-15-9
What Is Lavandin abrialis?
Lavandin abrialis is a hybrid lavender essential oil commonly found in soaps, detergents, and aromatherapy products. It’s a cross between true lavender and spike lavender, offering a more robust scent. This ingredient matters because it provides an affordable, camphoraceous lavender alternative with excellent stability in functional fragrances.
Safety Profile
GENERALLY SAFEWhat Does Lavandin abrialis Smell Like?
Lavandin abrialis bursts with a crisp, herbaceous lavender character underscored by camphoraceous freshness. The opening is sharper than true lavender, with a medicinal eucalyptus-like edge that mellows into a woody-herbal heart. Dry-down reveals a clean, slightly sweet balsamic base with lingering camphor notes. Compared to traditional lavender, it’s more assertive with less floral delicacy – imagine lavender leaves crushed between fingers with a mentholated freshness.
In Famous Fragrances
Fragrance associations may not reflect actual formulations.
Used for its crisp, aromatic punch that complements citrus top notes while adding masculine herbal depth to the fougère structure.
Provides the sharp lavender-anisic opening that defines this classic fougère, blending with star anise and oakmoss.
Chemistry, Properties & Perfumer Guide
The Chemistry
Lavandin abrialis essential oil contains linalool (25-38%), linalyl acetate (20-32%), and 1,8-cineole (8-16%) as major components. The hybrid genetics produce higher camphor (6-10%) and cineole content than true lavender. Steam distillation of flowering tops yields the oil, with composition varying by harvest time and altitude. The camphoraceous character comes from bornyl acetate and camphor, while linalool/linalyl acetate provide floral aspects.
Physical & Chemical Properties
| Appearance | Clear pale yellow liquid |
|---|---|
| Flash Point | 65 °C |
| Specific Gravity | 0.885-0.895 |
| Refractive Index | 1.460-1.466 |
Key Constituent Properties
| Constituent | CAS | MW | BP °C | XLogP | Vapor P. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Linalool | 78-70-6 | 154.25 | 198 °C | 2.7 | 0.16 mmHg |
| Linalyl acetate | 115-95-7 | 196.29 | 220 °C | 3.7 | 0.03 mmHg |
Perfumer Guide
| Application | Typical % | Range | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fine Fragrance | 2-5% | Up to 10% | Fougères, colognes |
| Functional Products | 0.5-2% | Up to 3% | Soaps, detergents |
Classic Accords
Tip: Boost freshness in masculine fragrances by combining with petitgrain and clary sage.
Alternatives & Comparisons
True lavender oil for more floral, less camphoraceous profiles. Higher linalyl acetate content creates smoother transitions.
Safety, Regulatory & Sustainability
⚠ Regulatory Disclaimer
General reference only. Consult current IFRA Standards Library before formulating.
IFRA Status
No restrictions under IFRA 49th Amendment. Linalool content requires allergen labeling above 0.001% in leave-on products.
EU Allergen Declaration
Contains linalool (EC No. 201-134-4) – must be declared when present ≥0.001% in leave-on, ≥0.01% in rinse-off products.
GHS Classification
RIFM Assessment
RIFM assessment confirms safe use at current industry levels. FEMA GRAS status.
Sustainability
Lavandin cultivation requires less water than true lavender and yields more oil per hectare, making it environmentally favorable. Most production occurs in France using traditional methods. Synthetic alternatives exist but lack the complexity of natural oil.
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References
- Lis-Balchin, M. (2002). Lavender: The Genus Lavandula. Taylor & Francis. ISBN 9780203216521
- Prusinowska R. et al. (2014). Composition of lavender essential oil. Herba Polonica. DOI 10.2478/hepo-2014-0010
Data: PubChem (NIH), PubMed, RIFM, IFRA. Last reviewed: Apr 2026.
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CAS 8022-15-9Odor & Flavor
| There are two essential oils: Lavandin Oil: Obtained by steam distillation of the flowering stalks, lavandin oil has strong, lavender-like, but more pronounced camphoraceous, odor; Lavandin Abrial Oil: Also obtained by steam distillation of the plant material in much higher yields. The odor of this oil is more earthy and camphoraceous than lavandin oil and also is reminiscent of lavender.📖 Fenaroli |
Regulatory Status
| IOFI Classification | Natural📖 Fenaroli |
Physical data: PubChem (NIH/NLM), U.S. EPA CompTox Dashboard, EPA OPERA models, RDKit. Odor & flavor: Arctander (Perfume & Flavor Chemicals), Fenaroli's Handbook of Flavor Ingredients, Leffingwell. Thresholds: van Gemert (Compilations of Odour Threshold Values). Regulatory: IFRA Standards 51st, FEMA GRAS. Trade names: Surburg (Common Fragrance & Flavor Materials). All data compiled and cross-referenced for perfumertools.com.
