About this material
Distilled from the noble heartwood of Juniperus virginiana, Cedarwood Virginia stands as a timeless icon in the palette of fine perfumery.
Sourced from the vast forests of North America, this exceptional material embodies quiet sophistication—valued not for dominance, but for its poise, balance, and unmistakable elegance.
Unlike heavier cedarwood varieties, Virginian Cedarwood reveals a smoother, more polished character.
Its aroma evokes the comforting familiarity of freshly carved cedar chests, delicate pencil shavings, and sun-warmed timber—notes that feel both nostalgic and effortlessly modern.
The fragrance opens with a gentle balsamic softness, subtly sweet and inviting, before unfolding into a dry, linear woody heart.
This refined evolution lends structure and clarity to compositions, anchoring them with a clean, velvety wood accord that never overwhelms.
Its restrained strength is precisely what makes it indispensable: present, yet never overpowering.
Prized by perfumers for its refined restraint, Cedarwood Oil Virginia offers lift, dryness, and a polished woody texture without heaviness.
Where other cedar oils may dominate, this material brings harmony—enhancing rather than obscuring surrounding notes.
Its signature “pencil shaving” nuance has become a cornerstone of modern perfumery, particularly in masculine and unisex fragrances where clarity and elegance are paramount.
Highly versatile, it blends seamlessly with florals, citrus, resins, and other woods.
It softens bright accords, supports delicate compositions, and deepens rich bases, making it an essential component across fragrance families—from crisp contemporary blends to opulent, full-bodied creations.
Beyond its olfactory beauty, Cedarwood Oil Virginia plays a vital technical role.
Acting as both a subtle fixative and a defining base note, it enhances longevity while imparting cohesion and smoothness.
It is not merely an ingredient, but a structural element—shaping the architecture of a fragrance with precision and grace.
From intimate niche perfumes to grand luxury compositions, Virginian Cedarwood Oil is more than a base note—it is a signature of refinement.
Its dry, balsamic woodiness leaves a lasting impression of understated elegance, making it the perfect choice for perfumers seeking depth, balance, and a quietly luxurious woody foundation.
Scent character
Highlights from the material’s listed odour profile.
Note position
Base note
Material character
A closer lookOdour strength
Listed qualitative strength
Tenacity / substantivity
12+ hour(s) at 100%
Listed reference conditions
Fragrance development
Base note
Illustrative note development · no measured evaporation data
Molecular identity
Fragrance allergen reference
Generic regulatory reference only. This is not a supplier allergen declaration, measured composition, allergen-free claim or finished-product labelling assessment.
Raw-material reference based on recorded CAS numbers. A CAS match identifies a reference entry; it does not verify the supplied grade, composition, purity or finished-product compliance. Naturals, bases and mixtures require composition review.
European Union / Northern Ireland
- Juniperus Virginiana Oil — Annex III entry 358; natural-source-entry reference. Recorded CAS match only; composition and scope require assessment.
Finished-cosmetic declaration thresholds: greater than 0.001% leave-on; greater than 0.01% rinse-off. Apply the current target-market rules to the actual complete formulation; no concentration is inferred here.
Commission Regulation (EU) 2023/1545 · Regulation (EU) 2023/1545 with 11 November 2025 corrigendum; checked 2026-10-26.
Held EU transition dates: placing noncompliant products on the market until 2026-07-31; making them available until 2028-07-31. Check applicability and current law for the intended market. 2025 corrigendum.
Great Britain
No direct listed-entry CAS match in this jurisdiction’s held reference set. This does not mean the material is allergen-free. Constituents, grouped entries and natural-material composition may require further review.
Finished-cosmetic declaration thresholds: greater than 0.001% leave-on; greater than 0.01% rinse-off. Apply the current target-market rules to the actual complete formulation; no concentration is inferred here.
Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009, Annex III (Great Britain) · legislation.gov.uk current text checked 2026-10-26.
Current supplier composition or allergen declarations are required to assess naturals, bases, mixtures and actual concentrations. Reference data checked 2026-10-26; bundle 2026-10-27. Supplementary private documents remain separate.
Product specification
| CAS number | 85085-41-2 |
|---|---|
| Odour description (decreasing) | Dry, Woody, Pencil Shavings, Balsamic, Slightly Sweet, Clean, Cedar |
| Odour strength | Medium |
| Perfumery use | Effective from the smallest tracesListed perfumery guidance; this is not an IFRA limit. |
| Substantivity | 12+ hour(s) at 100% |
| Solvent | None |
| Physical state | Liquid — Viscous liquid at 20 °C; may crystallise in cool storage. |
| Synonyms | Cedarwood Virginia Oil, Red Cedarwood Oil, Juniperus Virginiana Oil, juniperus virginiana l., cupressaceae |
| Recorded name / preparation | Juniperus Virginiana |
| Supplier IFRA information | Catalogue copy mentions IFRA information, but no reviewed supplier-document record is available in this profile. No certificate, use limit or compliance status is confirmed. |
Safety & handling
Hazard statements:
- H304 May be fatal if swallowed and enters airways.
- H410 Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects.
Precautionary statements:
- P273 Avoid release to the environment.
- P301+P310 IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician.
- P331 Do NOT induce vomiting.
- P391 Collect spillage.
- P405 Store locked up.
- P501 Dispose of contents/container to: approved disposal site.
Professional/Industrial use only.
Datasheets & customer documents
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Documentation Supply PolicyIFRA formulation guide
Generic reference only — not an IFRA certificate, compliance decision or use recommendation. The Responsible Person and qualified safety assessor must assess the actual finished formula using current applicable IFRA Standards, supplementary documentation where available and the CPSR.
Raw-material reference based on recorded CAS numbers. A CAS match identifies a reference entry; it does not verify the supplied grade, composition, purity or finished-product compliance. Naturals, bases and mixtures require composition review.
Source: 51st Amendment overview, held source checked 2026-10-21. Bundle 2026-10-27. Individual Standards prevail over the overview.
No direct IFRA overview entry matched the recorded CAS in this held dataset. This does not mean unrestricted use, absence of relevant Standards or compliance. Constituent restrictions may still apply.
IFRA source overview · Individual IFRA Standards and supplementary documentation
Supplier certificates and private documents are separate evidence. Their availability does not determine whether this generic guide is shown. This is a dated local reference, not a live regulatory feed.
Creative ideas to explore
Creative directions, not tested formulas.Woods in daylight
With bergamot and a crisp citrus openingExplore a spare wood structure with citrus providing the opening contrast. Compare a brighter version with the wood reference and follow how the outline changes, keeping the later impression as important as the first moment.
A softer grain
With sandalwood and a musk directionSet the woody material beside a softer wood reference, then compare a restrained musk variation. Decide whether your concept needs creamy texture, dry definition or more space between its parts before expanding the accord.
Petals on timber
With rose and a clear floral accordTry a flower-and-wood study in which both subjects remain recognisable. Compare the floral reference with the woody variation through the evaluation, noting whether the wood forms a useful backdrop or becomes the centre of the idea.








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