Tolu Balsam

At a glance

Tolu Balsam is a sweet, warm resin extracted from a Colombian relative of the Peru balsam tree, close in profile but softer and less spicy.

Origin

Myroxylon balsamum var. toluense resin, primarily Colombia

Extraction

Solvent extraction

Profile

Sweet, warm, cinnamon-vanilla balsamic scent

IFRA status

Restricted, allergen and sensitization limits under IFRA standards

Cost tier

Medium