Vativer Absolute Oil

Product Name: Vetiver Absolute Oil (Khus Root / Ruh Khus-Type Solvent Extract / Vetivert Absolute)

Botanical Name: Chrysopogon zizanioides (syn. Vetiveria zizanioides)

Plant Family: Poaceae (Gramineae)

CAS Number: 8016-96-4 / 84238-29-9

EINECS / EC Number: 282-490-8

Plant Part Used: Dried Mature Roots

Extraction Method: Solvent Extraction

Origin: India (Kannauj / Uttar Pradesh / Tamil Nadu / Karnataka)

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

Product Overview

Vetiver Absolute Oil—revered across India as Khus or Ushira—is a rich, deeply grounding botanical extract obtained via solvent extraction from the aged, fibrous roots of Chrysopogon zizanioides. Compared to steam- or hydro-distilled vetiver essential oil, Vetiver Absolute captures the heavier, non-volatile sesquiterpenic resins and root waxes, delivering a rounder, smoother, more velvety woody-earthy aroma layered with damp forest soil, smoky amber, dark chocolate, leather, and sweet balsamic undertones. It serves as an indispensable base note and premier natural fixative in haute perfumery and traditional Indian attar blending.

Organoleptic Properties

Physical & Chemical Specifications

Key Natural Constituents

(Varies naturally by root maturity, soil terroir, and regional origin)

• Sesquiterpene Alcohols (Primary Woody-Velvet Markers): Khusimol, Vetiselinenol, Isovalencenol, Epikhusinol, Vetiverol

• Sesquiterpene Ketones: Alpha-vetivone, Beta-vetivone, Khusimone

• Sesquiterpenes & Organic Acids: Khusimene, Alpha-amorphene, Beta-vetivenene, Zizanoic acid, Khusenic acid

Applications & Blending

• Fine Perfumery & Traditional Attars: Imparts deep earthy-woody elegance, smoky warmth, and unmatched base fixation to woody, chypre, fougère, oriental, amber, leather, vetiver-soliflore, and traditional Indian attar compositions (including Ruh Khus, Mitti, and Shamama blends).

• Cosmetics & Skincare: Incorporated into luxury men’s grooming oils, restorative facial balms, anti-aging creams, body oils, artisanal soaps, and botanical personal care formulations.

• Aromatherapy & Spiritual Wellness: Widely prized in grounding meditation blends, cooling summer roll-on perfume oils, solid perfumes, and stress-relief formulations.

• Blends Well With: Sandalwood Oil, Oud (Agarwood), Patchouli, Cedarwood, Oakmoss, Bergamot, Neroli, Lavender, Clary Sage, Rose Otto, Jasmine Sambac, Labdanum, Benzoin, Frankincense, 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: 36 months under recommended storage conditions.

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