Benzoin Resinoid Sumatra Signature

Benzoin Resinoid Sumatra Signature brings deep balsamic warmth to a fragrance, combining vanilla-like sweetness with soft powder, cinnamic spice and a quiet thread of smoke.

Its character is rounded and comforting, with a darker resinous edge that gives the sweetness depth.

Obtained from the bark of Styrax trees, Sumatra benzoin offers a distinctive interpretation of this classic perfumery material.

Alongside its familiar sweet warmth, spicy and smoky nuances give it a different emphasis from the more plainly vanilla-like character associated with Siam benzoin.

It is particularly at home in amber compositions, where it can soften the meeting of resins, woods and spice.

Used discreetly, it adds warmth beneath the main theme; given more prominence, it becomes a rich balsamic foundation with a lingering, gently powdered softness.

Odour profile

The odour is sweet, vanilla-like and balsamic, with warm powdery facets and a cinnamic spiciness running through the resinous body.

A subtle smoky nuance adds shadow, keeping the overall impression from becoming purely creamy or sugary.

The sweeter facets suggest the warmth of vanilla held within dark resin.

Beneath them sits a slightly woody dryness, giving the material a useful balance between softness and substance.

Its lasting character makes it especially valuable in the base of a composition.

The effect can feel intimate and comforting, or dense and opulent, depending on how the surrounding woods, spices and resins are balanced.

Using Benzoin Resinoid Sumatra in perfumery

Use it to build amber bases, enrich balsamic accords and give warm fragrances a more rounded foundation.

With labdanum, it can soften leathery resinous depth; with myrrh, it can support a darker, gently smoky direction.

In gourmand compositions, explore its vanilla-like sweetness alongside cocoa, tonka or caramel notes.

Its spicy resinous character can bring depth to these themes, while dry woods help keep the sweetness in proportion.

Small additions can also introduce warmth beneath floral or woody accords.

Creative pairings

For a rounded amber, explore labdanum, vanilla, sandalwood and soft musks.

For a more shaded resin accord, combine it with myrrh, patchouli and cedar, allowing the drier woody notes to frame its balsamic sweetness.

Rose can bring a floral dimension to a warm benzoin base, while tonka and cocoa draw out a richer gourmand character.

Adjust the balance to favour either the soft vanilla-powder facets or the darker interplay of spice, wood and smoke.

Product specification.

CAS No: 9000-05-9
Odour Description (decreasing): Sweet, Vanilla, Balsamic, Powdery, Spicy, Warm, Cinnamic
Odour Strength: Medium
Usage: Effective from the smallest traces
Substantivity: 400 Hour(s) at 20%
Solvent: DPG to give a 50% solution of Benzoin Resinoid Sumatra
Synonyms: Styrax Benzoin Gum Oil, Benzoin Sumatra
Name: Gum Benzoin
IFRA:

Signal word: Warning

Hazard statements:

• H315 Causes skin irritation.
• H317 May cause an allergic skin reaction.
• H319 Causes serious eye irritation.
• H412 Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects.

Precautionary statements:

• P264 Wash thoroughly after handling.
• P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.
• P261 Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray.
• P272 Contaminated work clothing should not be allowed out of the workplace.
• P273 Avoid release to the environment.
• P302+P352 IF ON SKIN: Wash with soap and water.
• P362 Take off contaminated clothing and wash before reuse.
• P333+P313 If skin irritation or a rash occurs: Get medical advice/attention.
• P305+P351+P338 IF IN EYES: Rinse continuously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do – continue rinsing.
• P501 Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local regulations.

Professional/Industrial use only.