Saffron Absolute Oil

Product Name: Saffron Absolute Oil (Kashmiri Saffron / Kesar / Zafran Absolute)

Botanical Name: Crocus sativus

Plant Family: Iridaceae

CAS Number: 84604-17-1 / 8022-19-3

EINECS / EC Number: 283-295-0

Plant Part Used: Dried Crimson Stigmas (Saffron Threads)

Extraction Method: Solvent Extraction

Origin: India (Pampore, Kashmir / Processed in Kannauj, Uttar Pradesh)

Manufacturer / Supplier: Meena Perfumery, Kannauj, Uttar Pradesh, India

Product Overview

Saffron Absolute Oil—revered across India and the Middle East as Kesar or Zafran—is one of the rarest, most precious, and opulent spice-floral extracts in haute perfumery. Solvent-extracted from the hand-harvested crimson stigmas of Crocus sativus, it delivers an intensely rich, warm, velvety aroma that seamlessly unites sweet hay-like honey and delicate violet-floral nuances with supple suede/leather, earthy spice, and bitter-sweet woody undertones. It serves as both a luminous heart-to-base signature note and a natural fixative in luxury perfumery and traditional Indian attar blending.

Organoleptic Properties

Physical & Chemical Specifications

Key Natural Constituents

(Varies naturally by harvest season, drying method, and regional origin)

• Aldehydes & Monoterpene Ketones (Signature Saffron Markers): Safranal (primary aromatic constituent), Isophorone, 4-Ketoisophorone, 2,2,6-Trimethyl-1,4-cyclohexanedione

• Carotenoid Degradation Products & Norisoprenoids: Beta-ionone, Dihydro-beta-ionone, Picrocrocin derivatives, Crocetin esters

• Terpenes & Aliphatic Compounds: Linalool, 1,8-Cineole, Phenylethyl alcohol, Natural stigma waxes

Applications & Blending

• Fine Perfumery & Traditional Attars: Imparts opulent golden-spice warmth, supple suede texture, and lasting fixation to oriental, oud-rose, leather, amber, woody, spicy, and traditional Indian attar compositions (including Zafran, Shamama, and Hina blends).

• Cosmetics & Skincare: Incorporated (within IFRA guidelines) into luxury brightening facial oils, anti-aging creams, body balms, artisanal soaps, and prestige personal care formulations.

• Aromatherapy & Personal Fragrance: Ideal for roll-on perfume oils, solid perfumes, and warming, meditative botanical blends.

• Blends Well With: Oud (Agarwood), Rose Otto, Rose de Mai, Sandalwood Oil, Jasmine Sambac, Labdanum, Benzoin, Frankincense, Myrrh, Cardamom, Vetiver, Patchouli, Bergamot, and Vanilla.

Packaging, Storage & Compliance

• Quality Grade: 100% Pure & Natural, Cosmetic & Fine Fragrance Grade, Cruelty-Free, Vegan.

• Compliance: Conforms to IFRA Standards (usage levels are regulated due to natural safranal content and vary by finished product category; Certificate of Analysis, SDS, and IFRA documentation available upon request).

• Storage: Store in tightly sealed amber glass or aluminum containers in a cool, dry, dark place away from heat and direct sunlight.

• Shelf Life: 24 months under recommended storage conditions.

• Available Pack Sizes: 5 mL, 10 mL, 25 mL, 50 mL, 100 mL, 500 mL, 1 kg, and bulk aluminum canisters.