Patchouli Oil

Patchouli Oil is a rich, earthy, woody, sweet and slightly camphoraceous essential oil steam distilled from the dried, fermented leaves of Pogostemon cablin. It is one of the most important base notes and fixatives in perfumery, and it is also widely used in cosmetics, soaps, incense, attars and aromatherapy.

Arizone International supplies Patchouli Oil in light, dark and iron-free grades for fragrance houses, soap and cosmetic manufacturers, attar makers and aromatherapy brands.

About Patchouli

Patchouli is a bushy herb of the mint family native to tropical Asia. The name is believed to come from the Tamil words "pachai" (green) and "ilai" (leaf). Indonesia, especially Sulawesi and Sumatra, produces most of the world's patchouli oil. India grows patchouli on a smaller scale in Kerala, Karnataka, Assam and other states.

In the 19th century, Indian traders packed patchouli leaves with silk and cashmere shawls shipped to Europe to protect them from moths. European buyers came to associate the scent with genuine Indian textiles. Patchouli later became iconic in the 1960s and 1970s and remains a key note in many famous perfumes.

How Patchouli Oil Is Made

The leaves are harvested, dried and allowed to ferment slightly, which breaks down the cell walls and improves oil yield. They are then steam distilled. Fresh patchouli oil has a sharp, green note, but it improves with age, becoming smoother, richer and more mellow, like fine wine.

Grades Available

• Dark PatchouliTraditionally distilled in iron stills, with a deep colour and rich, earthy scent.
• Light PatchouliDistilled in stainless steel stills, lighter in colour and cleaner in scent.
• Iron-Free or Rectified PatchouliTreated to remove iron and heavy notes, preferred for fine fragrances and light-coloured products.

Aroma and Composition

• Patchoulol (Patchouli Alcohol)The key marker compound, usually 25% to 35% or more, giving the rich, earthy scent.
• Alpha-Bulnesene and Alpha-GuaieneAdding a woody, spicy note.
• Seychellene and PogostolContributing depth.

Applications

• Perfumery, as a base note and fixative in chypre, oriental and woody fragrances
• Attars and traditional perfumes
• Soaps, detergents and personal care
• Incense, agarbatti and candles
• Skin care, hair oils and body care
• Aromatherapy blends for grounding

Safety and Dilution

Patchouli Oil is generally well tolerated but should always be diluted before skin use. A patch test is recommended. Use within IFRA standards and local regulations. Keep away from eyes and out of reach of children. Not for internal use.

Quality Parameters

• Grade and origin
• Patchoulol content by gas chromatography
• Specific gravity, refractive index and optical rotation
• Colour and iron content
• Screening for gurjun balsam or other adulteration

Packaging and Storage

Supplied in aluminium bottles, HDPE containers or lacquered drums. Store tightly closed in a cool, dark place. Patchouli improves with age when stored properly.

Tips for Buyers and Formulators

Aged patchouli is smoother and more valuable, so ask about the age and grade of each lot. For light-coloured soaps and fine fragrance, choose an iron-free or light patchouli to avoid darkening.

Why Choose Arizone International?

We are an India-based supplier and exporter of essential oils, located in Daman near Gujarat. We supply Patchouli Oil in several grades with COA, GC reports and full export documentation.

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