References

DMA Code

800416

CAS Number

90106-38-0

FEMA Number

2989

EINECS Number

290-260-3

Characteristics

There are thousands of different types of roses, however Bulgarian rose oil is distilled from rosa damascena.  The essential oil (or rose otto) is distilled from the freshly collected petals.

Product Information

Category Essential Oils and Extracts

Regional Availability Worldwide

Harvest Period May - June

Natural Status EU Natural

Organoleptic Descriptors sweet, floral, spicy, rose, wine

Common Applications rose, oriental, carnation, fetes, freesia, wallflower

Appearance Pale yellow to yellow liquid

Kosher yes

Halal yes

Chemical Properties

Assay n/a

Optical Rotation n/a

Refractive Index @20℃ 1.4520 - 1.4700

Specific Gravity @20℃ 0.848 - 0.880

Flash Point ℃ 68°C

Shelf Life (months) 12

Storage Recommendations Sealed containers in a cool dark place. Check quality before use.