Sandalwood Oil 88%

Product Overview

From the heart of Kannauj, India — the Perfume Capital of India — Shiva Exports India presents our ultra-premium Sandalwood Oil 88%, a masterfully distilled botanical treasure boasting an exceptional 88% santalol content that defines the pinnacle of East Indian sandalwood luxury. Leveraged by Kannauj’s centuries-old traditional hydro-distillation heritage alongside state-of-the-art modern steam extraction, we ensure that every drop of this Santalum album oil retains its deep, therapeutic-grade molecular integrity. Developed specifically for discerning B2B buyers, cosmetic formulators, and global fragrance houses, this oil represents the gold standard of purity, longevity, and olfactory excellence.

🌿 Olfactory Profile & Applications

This premium Sandalwood Oil 88% presents a profound, rich, and velvety olfactory profile. It opens with soft, sweet-woody top notes, transitioning seamlessly into a warm, creamy, and balsamic heart, before settling into an exceptionally tenacious, precious-wood base note that acts as an unrivaled natural fixative in high-end perfumery. Its superior chemical profile, rich in alpha and beta-santalol, makes it indispensable for several key industrial applications:

• Fine Fragrances: Serves as a luxurious base note and natural fixative that rounds out floral, oriental, and amber accords.
• Cosmeceuticals & Skincare: Formulated into high-end anti-aging serums and moisturizers to soothe redness, protect the skin barrier, and deliver potent antioxidant benefits.
• Aromatherapy & Wellness: Highly prized by professional clinical aromatherapists for its profound grounding, sedative, and meditative qualities.
• Aroma Chemicals & Personal Care: Utilized in premium male grooming lines, artisanal soaps, and luxury candles where scent longevity is paramount.

✨ Key Features & Specifications

• Botanical Name: Santalum album
• Extraction Method: Steam Distillation
• Plant Part Used: Mature Heartwood (aged 30 to 60 years)
• Origin: Kannauj, Uttar Pradesh, India
• Purity: 100% Pure, Natural, and Undiluted
• Active Constituent: Minimum 88% Santalol (Alpha and Beta-Santalol)
• Appearance: Pale yellow to golden, viscous liquid
• Specific Gravity: 0.965 to 0.980 @ 25°C
• Refractive Index: 1.500 to 1.510 @ 20°C
• Shelf Life: Virtually indefinite when stored correctly; the oil matures and improves in olfactory depth over time.

📖 Usage & Formulation Guide

To achieve optimal results in your commercial preparations, our master perfumer recommends the following formulation guidelines:

• Fine Perfumery Accord: To create a classic oriental-woody accord, use Sandalwood Oil 88% as a fixative base at 5% to 10% of the total fragrance concentrate. It pairs exquisitely with Jasmine Sambac, Rose Damascena, and Bergamot, smoothing out sharp top notes and extending the dry-down phase on the skin.
• Cosmeceutical Skincare Dilution: For anti-aging and skin-soothing formulations, integrate at 0.5% to 1.5% in a premium carrier medium such as Jojoba or Rosehip seed oil. The high concentration of active santalol targets skin inflammation and supports cellular regeneration.
• Luxury Soap & Candle Manufacturing: In cold-process soap making, use at a rate of 3% to 5% of the total oil weight. Its high viscosity and structural stability prevent flash-off during the saponification phase, ensuring a long-lasting, rich lather scent.
• Aromatherapy & Meditation Blends: For professional diffuser formulations designed for stress relief or cognitive grounding, blend 4 parts Sandalwood 88%, 3 parts Frankincense (Boswellia carterii), and 2 parts Sweet Orange.

🛡️ Quality Assurance

At Shiva Exports India, we recognize that sandalwood is historically one of the most frequently adulterated essential oils on the global market. To guarantee absolute transparency and purity, every single batch of our Sandalwood Oil 88% undergoes rigorous testing. We employ state-of-the-art Gas Chromatography-Mass Spectrometry (GC-MS) analysis to verify the exact 88% santalol threshold. Our facility operates under strict ISO 9001:2015 quality management systems, fully compliant with IFRA standards and global export regulations. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) and Allergen Report are provided with every shipment.

📦 Packaging & Bulk Availability

We cater exclusively to B2B clients, offering scalable packaging solutions designed for secure international transit. Our standard export-ready packaging includes high-grade, epoxy-lined aluminum bottles (100ml, 250ml, 500ml, 1L, and 5L) and heavy-duty 25kg steel drums for industrial-scale manufacturing. Shiva Exports India provides comprehensive OEM, private labeling, and custom packaging services. With our robust logistics network, we guarantee fast, temperature-controlled global shipping directly from our distillation facilities in Kannauj.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

What makes the 88% santalol content significant for formulation?
Santalol (specifically alpha and beta isomers) is the active sesquiterpene alcohol responsible for both the therapeutic efficacy and the signature creamy-woody aroma of sandalwood. An 88% concentration ensures superior therapeutic potency, exceptional scent retention, and lower usage rates in final formulations compared to lower-grade alternatives.

Is this oil 100% natural, and how do you prevent adulteration?
Yes, our Sandalwood Oil is 100% pure, natural, and single-origin Santalum album. Because sandalwood is highly prone to adulteration with synthetic diluents or cheaper cedarwood fractions, we run in-house GC-MS testing on every batch and provide full traceability from harvest to export.

What is the minimum order quantity (MOQ) for bulk wholesale?
We accommodate diverse production scales. Our minimum order quantity for bulk wholesale starts at 1 kg, with scalable options up to multi-ton container loads for large-scale cosmetic and fragrance manufacturers.

Does this Sandalwood Oil require a carrier oil for topical cosmetic formulations?
Yes, as a 100% pure, highly concentrated essential oil, it must be diluted prior to topical application. We recommend a dilution rate of 0.5% to 2% in high-quality cosmetic carrier oils or cream bases depending on the specific dermatological application.