Cananga Oil
Part of our Oils range, manufactured and exported by Arizone International LLP.
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Cananga Oil is a sweet, floral and slightly woody essential oil steam distilled from the flowers of Cananga odorata var. macrophylla. It is a close relative of ylang-ylang oil but has a heavier, more woody and leathery character, and it is widely used in perfumery, soaps, cosmetics and hair care as a more affordable floral note.
Arizone International supplies Cananga Oil for fragrance houses, soap and cosmetic manufacturers, hair oil brands and aromatherapy businesses.
Cananga vs Ylang-Ylang
Cananga and ylang-ylang come from closely related forms of the same tropical tree. Ylang-ylang oil is produced mainly in the Comoros, Madagascar and Mayotte from Cananga odorata var. genuina (forma genuina) and is distilled in fractions (Extra, I, II, III). Cananga oil comes from the macrophylla form and is produced mainly in Java, Indonesia, in a single, complete distillation.
The result is an oil with the same sweet, exotic floral heart as ylang-ylang, but with a stronger woody, leathery and slightly balsamic undertone. It is also more stable in soaps and more economical, which makes it popular in toiletries.
Aroma and Composition
- Beta-Caryophyllene and Germacrene DSesquiterpenes that add woody depth.
- LinaloolGives a fresh floral note.
- Benzyl Benzoate and Benzyl AcetateContribute sweet, floral and balsamic tones.
- Farnesene and Other ComponentsAdd complexity.
Applications
- Perfumes and attars, especially floral and oriental accords
- Soaps, where it performs better than ylang-ylang
- Hair oils and hair care products
- Body lotions, creams and cosmetics
- Men's fragrances
- Aromatherapy blends for relaxation
A Note on Hair Care
Cananga and ylang-ylang were key ingredients in "Macassar oil", a famous 19th-century hair oil. The oil was so common that people put cloths called antimacassars on chair backs to protect them from greasy hair. Cananga remains a popular fragrance in hair oils today.
Safety and Dilution
Cananga oil can cause skin sensitisation in some people and should always be diluted before use. IFRA standards restrict its use levels in cosmetics. A patch test is recommended. Keep away from eyes and out of reach of children. Not for internal use. Strong floral oils can cause headaches in some people when used at high concentration.
Blending Tips
Cananga blends well with jasmine, rose, sandalwood, vetiver, patchouli, bergamot, orange and vanilla notes.
Quality Parameters
- Botanical identity (Cananga odorata var. macrophylla)
- Gas chromatography profile
- Specific gravity, refractive index and optical rotation
- Ester value
- Aroma evaluation against reference samples
Packaging and Storage
Supplied in aluminium bottles, HDPE containers or drums. Store tightly closed in a cool, dark place.
Tips for Buyers and Formulators
Choose cananga over ylang-ylang when a floral note must hold up in soap, as cananga is more stable in alkaline bases. It also blends well with patchouli and vetiver in hair oils and attars, giving a rich floral-woody character at a lower cost.
Why Choose Arizone International?
We are an India-based supplier and exporter of essential oils, located in Daman near Gujarat. We supply Cananga Oil with COA, GC reports, MSDS and full export documentation.
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Specifications
- Category
- Oils
- Physical Form
- Liquid – steam-distilled essential oil
- Grade Options
- Cosmetic / Fragrance / Aromatherapy grade
- Packaging
- Aluminium bottles (1–5 kg), HDPE cans (5–25 kg) and lacquered steel drums (up to 180 kg); samples in amber glass
- Country of Origin
- Indonesia
- Shelf Life
- 24 months in original sealed packing
- Storage Conditions
- Tightly closed, full containers in a cool (below 25°C), dark place away from heat and flames
Applications
- Perfumes and attars, especially floral and oriental accords
- Soaps, where it performs better than ylang-ylang
- Hair oils and hair care products
- Body lotions, creams and cosmetics
- Men's fragrances
- Aromatherapy blends for relaxation
Compliance
They come from close forms of the same tree. Cananga Oil is woodier, more leathery and more economical, while ylang-ylang is sweeter and more refined.
Most Cananga Oil comes from Java in Indonesia, where the flowers are distilled in one complete run rather than in fractions.
Yes. Cananga holds up better in soap than ylang-ylang, which makes it a popular floral note in soaps and hair oils.
Yes. Each batch of Cananga Oil can be supplied with a GC-MS report along with the COA, so you can check its main components.
Yes. We can send a sample of Cananga Oil for testing so you can approve the aroma and quality before placing a bulk order.
We export Cananga Oil from India to buyers in the USA, the UK, the EU, the Middle East, Australia and 40+ other countries. Orders ship by sea or air on EXW, FOB, CIF or DAP terms, with a certificate of analysis and a certificate of origin.
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