Gardenia Grandiflorum Absolute Oil

Product Name: Gardenia Grandiflorum Absolute Oil (Cape Jasmine / Gandharaj / Tahitian Tiare-Type Gardenia Absolute)

Botanical Name: Gardenia jasminoides (syn. Gardenia grandiflora / Gardenia augusta)

Plant Family: Rubiaceae

CAS Number: 68916-47-2 / 92457-01-7

EINECS / EC Number: 296-280-9

Plant Part Used: Flowers (Fresh White Blossoms)

Extraction Method: Solvent Extraction

Origin: India (West Bengal / Tamil Nadu / Karnataka / Kannauj) / China

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

Product Overview

Gardenia Grandiflorum Absolute Oil—celebrated across India as Gandharaj ("King of Fragrance") and globally as Cape Jasmine—is a lush, deeply narcotic botanical extract obtained from the fragrant ivory-white blossoms of Gardenia jasminoides (Gardenia grandiflora). Revered in luxury perfumery as both an opulent heart note and a natural fixative, it delivers a creamy, velvety white-floral bouquet layered with ripe tropical fruit (coconut/peach), fresh green mushroom-leaf, sweet honeyed nectar, and warm spicy-balsamic undertones.

Organoleptic Properties

Physical & Chemical Specifications

Key Natural Constituents

(Varies naturally by harvest season and regional origin)

• Aromatic Esters & Alcohols: Benzyl acetate, Methyl benzoate, Ethyl benzoate, Benzyl alcohol, Phenylethyl alcohol, Styralyl acetate (characteristic green-gardenia marker)

• Terpenes & Lactones: Linalool, Alpha-terpineol, Farnesol, Geraniol, Gamma-nonalactone, Jasmine lactone

• Floral Markers & Natural Waxes: Indole (trace), Eugenol, Cis-3-hexenyl benzoate, Natural aliphatic floral waxes

Applications & Blending

• Fine Perfumery & Traditional Attars: Imparts voluptuous white-floral creaminess, tropical richness, and lasting fixation to floral, floriental, solar, oriental, chypre, woody, and traditional Indian attar compositions (including Gandharaj and Shamama blends).

• Cosmetics & Skincare: Incorporated into luxury facial oils, rejuvenating creams, body balms, artisanal soaps, and prestige hair care formulations.

• Aromatherapy & Personal Fragrance: Ideal for roll-on perfume oils, solid perfumes, and sensual relaxation blends.

• Blends Well With: Sandalwood Oil, Oud (Agarwood), Jasmine Sambac, Tuberose, Ylang-Ylang, Neroli, Bergamot, Rose Otto, Violet Leaf, Vetiver, Benzoin, and Vanilla.

Packaging, Storage & Compliance

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

• Compliance: Conforms to IFRA Standards (usage levels 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.