Cistus absolute, pyrogenated

At a glance

Pyrogenated Cistus absolute is produced by heating labdanum resin from Cistus ladanifer shrubs of the Mediterranean, creating a smoky, resinous amber note that adds depth and incense‑like nuance in perfumery.

One of several trade forms of Cistus catalogued here, see the full family →

Category
🌿 Natural
Origin
Cistus ladanifer shrubs, Mediterranean (Spain, Morocco)
CAS number
8016-26-0
IFRA status
Not restricted
● drafted · last checked 2026-09-01