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DAVANA OIL

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CAS
8016-03-3
EC
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Material type
other
Canonical source
document derived

Davana Oil, derived from the leaves of the Artemisia pallens plant, is a unique fragrance raw material known for its sweet, herbaceous, and slightly fruity aroma. It is often used in perfumery to add depth and complexity to compositions, particularly in floral and oriental fragrances. Davana Oil is valued for its ability to enhance the overall character of a scent, providing a warm and inviting quality that can evoke a sense of nostalgia. In formulations, it typically occupies a middle to base note position, contributing to the longevity and richness of the fragrance. While Davana Oil is generally regarded as safe for use in perfumery, it is important for formulators to be aware of any potential allergens and to adhere to safety guidelines. As with many essential oils, it is advisable to use Davana Oil in moderation and to consider any regulatory restrictions that may apply, particularly in regions with stringent cosmetic regulations. Overall, Davana Oil is a versatile ingredient that can be used to create distinctive and memorable fragrance experiences. — AI-generated summary, 2026-09-02.

Formulation

Usage guidance

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Cost
£2560/kg
Stock
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Compatibility tags
orientalchypregourmandamberfruity-floraltobacco
How it behaves

Olfactory profile

Family
green
Note tendency
Base
Descriptors
Sharpbittergreenherbaceoussweetbalsamictenacious

Warm, jammy fruit — ripe apricot and dried plum wrapped in a herbal, tea-like sweetness. Develops a soft balsamic-woody dry-down with a faintly rummy, tobacco-adjacent character that gives it a distinctive dried-fruit signature.AI · claude-opus-4-7

Intensity
7 / 10
Tenacity
7 / 10
Volatility
4 / 10
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naturals · No. 153

Arctander monograph

Perfume and Flavor Materials of Natural Origin, page 144.

tenacity · highsteam distillation
Sharpbittergreenherbaceoussweetbalsamictenacious
Appearance

Very dark green or brownish green

Odor

Sharp, penetrating, bitter-green, foliage-like and powerfully herbaceous with a sweet-balsamic, tenacious undertone

Uses in perfumery

The oil will no doubt find use in local flavor and perfume work in compositions where similar artemisia oils are used in European or American formulae.

Production

Steam distillation

IFRA Annex I

Natural constituents in this material

Restricted IFRA-standard materials typically present in this NCS at the listed concentrations.

ConstituentCASTypical %
BENZALDEHYDE100-52-70.2%
Identity
Aliases · 5
Davana oilArtemisia PallensDavanaDictam OilWormwood Oil
Compliance note. Restriction data is sourced directly from IFRA publications and preserved with its document excerpt. Perfume Foundry is a compliance-support tool — not a substitute for a qualified safety assessor (CPSR / PIF).