• Pre-diluted to 10% in DPG for convenience
• Adds rich, resinous sweetness and longevity to perfume bases
• Ideal for oriental, gourmand, amber, floral, and incense-style perfumes
• Natural fixative for both oil and alcohol-based blends
• Excellent for use in attars, roll-ons, candles, and solid perfumes

10% Peru Balsam in DPG is a pre-diluted blend of Peru Balsam resin, offering a deep, sweet, balsamic, and vanilla-like aroma with soft smoky and spicy nuances. This ready-to-use dilution in DPG (Dipropylene Glycol) makes it perfect for use in attars, solid perfumes, body mists, and oil-based blends, especially where a warm, resinous base note is needed.

Peru Balsam is a natural fixative and base note enhancer widely used in oriental, gourmand, ambery, and floral compositions. It blends well with sweet ingredients like Ethyl Vanillin, rich musks, Benzoin, and woody accords like Iso E Super for deepening the base.

SCENT DESCRIPTION : Peru Balsam opens as a rich, resinous sweetness that settles almost immediately into deep notes of warm balsam, aged vanilla, and a lingering thread of cinnamon-honey. There is a subtle, underlying smokiness that lends it an incense-like meditative quality, evoking old libraries, wooden altars, and amber jewelry. The drydown is extraordinarily smooth and long-lasting, radiating a gentle oriental warmth that softens and anchors everything around it. It carries the quiet authority of a true base material — complex, enveloping, and deeply comforting in ways that modern synthetics rarely achieve.

NOTE POSITION : Base

FRAGRANCE FAMILY : Oriental / Balsamic / Woody-Resinous

FACETS : Vanilla · Balsamic · Honey · Cinnamon · Smoky-Resinous

TENACITY : Very High — 48+ hours on blotter; exceptional longevity in wax and resin-based applications

SILLAGE : Medium — projects a soft, warm, enveloping trail rather than sharp linear projection

Chemical Name : Complex mixture — primary components benzyl benzoate, benzyl cinnamate, cinnamic acid, benzoic acid, and vanillin
CAS Number : 8007-00-9
Synonyms : Balsam Peru, Peruvian Balsam, Myroxylon Pereirae Resin, Indian Balsam, Black Balsam, Honduras Balsam
Purity % : 99%+ (cosmetic grade)
Appearance : Dark reddish-brown viscous liquid to semi-solid resin; may partially solidify below 20°C
Odor Threshold : Approximately 0.001 ppm — perceptible at very low concentrations
Solubility : Sparingly soluble in water; freely soluble in ethanol, benzyl benzoate, diethyl phthalate, and fixed oils
Specific Gravity : 1.140 – 1.170 at 25°C
Flash Point : Approximately 99°C (210°F)
Type : Natural — plant-derived balsamic resin

Use 3–6% of this 10% blend in warm bases for attars, amber perfumes, and creamy florals. Combine with Ethyl Vanillin or Benzoin for a gourmand amber accord, or pair with Iso E Super to add radiance and smoothness to the base.

⚠️ CRITICAL WARNING — IFRA 51st Amendment Status
Peru Balsam (Myroxylon pereirae resin, CAS 8007-00-9) is PROHIBITED in ALL product categories under the IFRA 51st Amendment. This prohibition covers all leave-on skin products, rinse-off products, and household products with potential skin contact. It is also one of the 26 declared allergens under EU Cosmetics Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009 and is banned in cosmetic products sold in the European Union. The usage rates below apply exclusively to non-skin applications.

RECOMMENDED USAGE RATES — Non-Skin Applications Only

Reed Diffuser : 2 – 5%
Candle (Soy or Paraffin): 2 – 6%
Wax Melt : 3 – 8%
Incense Stick or Cone : 5 – 20%
Potpourri and Sachets : 10 – 25%

IFRA 51st Amendment Category Status

Leave-On Cosmetics : PROHIBITED (all categories)
Rinse-Off Cosmetics : PROHIBITED (all categories)
Fine Fragrance : PROHIBITED
Household Products : PROHIBITED
Incense : Not regulated by IFRA (no skin contact)
Candles : Not regulated by IFRA (no skin contact)
Reed Diffusers : Not regulated by IFRA (no skin contact)

⚠️ Do not use in EDP, EDT, body lotion, shampoo, body wash, soap, hair conditioner, or any formulation that contacts skin or mucous membranes.
⚠️ Peru Balsam is a primary contact sensitizer. Exposure can induce allergic contact dermatitis that persists for life once triggered.
⚠️ If formulating outside IFRA guidelines, ensure all end-users are fully informed of the sensitization risk.

METHOD 1 — Incense Base Integration
Warm Peru Balsam in a hot water bath at 35 – 40°C to reduce viscosity before blending. Pre-dissolve it in DPG or diethyl phthalate at a 1:2 ratio to create a pourable, workable base. Use as 10 – 20% of your incense compound for a deep, authentic oriental-balsamic character with natural smokiness on burning.

METHOD 2 — Wax and Diffuser Blending
For candles and wax melts, add Peru Balsam directly to your melted wax at 60 – 65°C and stir thoroughly for at least two minutes before pouring. Its high viscosity can cause uneven distribution if added at lower temperatures. In reed diffuser bases, pre-blend with isopropyl myristate or a light carrier oil at a 1:3 ratio to improve wick absorption and diffusion rate.

METHOD 3 — Attar Anchoring Technique
In sandalwood-based attars, Peru Balsam can serve as a direct replacement or complement to labdanum as the heavy base anchor. Add it to the sandalwood base at 1 – 3% of the total blend during the initial maturation phase rather than at blending time. This allows the cinnamates to integrate slowly, creating a smoother, more unified base character than late additions produce.

BEST PAIRINGS

Sandalwood → Adds vanilla-balsamic warmth to creamy wood; creates a classic oriental base accord with exceptional depth
Oud → Deepens and extends the animalic-resinous character of oud; dramatically improves longevity
Rose Absolute → Softens the heavy resin with natural floral sweetness; produces an authentic traditional attar accord
Benzyl Benzoate → Improves solubility and blending behavior; extends the balsamic character without muddiness
Labdanum Absolute → Builds a rich, warm amber-balsamic foundation; cornerstone of deep oriental or amber accords
Vanilla CO2 or Ethyl Vanillin → Amplifies the gourmand-sweet facets; excellent for incense, wax, and oriental home fragrance
Frankincense (Olibanum) → Adds a bright, citrus-resinous lift that beautifully balances Peru Balsam's heaviness in incense

AVOID

Avoid combining Peru Balsam in high concentrations with light, fresh, or citrus-dominant compositions — its weight suppresses delicate top note accords and can muddy transparent floral blends. Do not use in any product with skin contact regardless of concentration level.

💡 Want to create a cozy, sweet amber base for your perfume or attar? 🕯️✨ Use 5% of this 10% Peru Balsam blend with Benzoin and Ethyl Vanillin for a soft, creamy, and long-lasting warm base that smells luxurious and comforting. 💛🔥

Physical State : Dark viscous liquid to semi-solid resin; may partially solidify below 20°C — warm gently to restore fluidity
Skin Safety : HIGH RISK — known primary sensitizer; IFRA prohibited; do not apply to skin under any circumstances
Eye Contact : Do not allow contact with eyes; if contact occurs flush immediately with clean water for 15 minutes and seek medical attention
Ingestion : Do not ingest; if swallowed seek medical attention immediately and do not induce vomiting
Ventilation : Work in a well-ventilated area; avoid prolonged inhalation of vapors especially when heating
Storage : Cool, dark location between 10 – 25°C; protect from heat, light, and humidity
Shelf Life : 2 – 3 years when stored correctly; may thicken over time but aroma and performance remain intact
Container : Amber glass jar or HDPE container; avoid PET bottles and soft plastics which can absorb the resin
Flammability : Combustible liquid; flash point approximately 99°C; keep away from open flame and ignition sources

Q1: Can I use this blend in alcohol-based perfumes?

Yes! This 10% dilution is fully compatible with alcohol-based perfumes. It helps add warmth and fixative qualities.

Q2: Can I use it directly in roll-on perfumes or attars?

Absolutely! This blend is already diluted in DPG, making it perfect for direct use in roll-ons and oil-based perfumes without further processing.

Q3: How is this different from Benzoin or Styrax?

Peru Balsam is sweeter, softer, and more vanillic, while Benzoin is more resinous and powdery, and Styrax is smokier and leathery. Peru Balsam is best for warm gourmand bases.

Q4: Can I mix it with essential oils or fixatives?

Yes. It blends beautifully with oils like patchouli, sandalwood, and fixatives like Ambroxan or Iso E Super.