Labdanum, ext., Et esters

At a glance

Labdanum extract, obtained by solvent extraction of the resin from the rock‑rose (Cistus ladanifer) in the Mediterranean, gives a rich amber‑balsamic note with leathery, sweet‑woody nuances, used as a fixative and base.

Category
⚗️ Synthetic
Origin
Rock‑rose (Cistus ladanifer) resin, Mediterranean (Spain, Morocco)
Extraction
Chemical synthesis
Chemical family
Diterpene resin (labdane‑type)
CAS number
73138-66-6
IFRA status
Not restricted
● drafted · last checked 2026-09-01