About this material
From the sun-drenched groves of Spain comes this beautiful Cypress Essence, a refined steam-distilled oil from leaves, nuts, and stems of the iconic Mediterranean Cypress.
Its fragrance opens with a crisp, green freshness, reminiscent of dewy pine and aromatic foliage.
Beneath this vibrant top, the resinous warmth of nuts and woody stems emerges, creating a sophisticated, earthy heart.
Finally, a balsamic drydown lingers, soft yet tenacious, evoking the sun-baked cypress groves at dusk.
Perfect for luxury perfumery, this essence bridges brightness and depth, offering freshness that endures, complexity that captivates, and a naturally elegant Mediterranean character that defines high-end aromatic compositions.
This versatile Cypress essence is ideal for:
Woody, aromatic, and fougère compositions
Male and unisex luxury fragrances
Base support in conifer accords, forest accords, and resinous blends
Enhancing longevity in natural or niche perfumes
It blends beautifully with labdanum, oakmoss, patchouli, cedarwood, vetiver and incense materials, adding structure, warmth, and sophistication.
A material of understated power, it is prized in high-end perfumery for its ability to bring longevity, cohesion, and a sense of timeless landscape to a fragrance.
Overall impression: Green woody aromatic — brighter than a pure resin extract but deeper and more textured than leaf-only essential oil.
Scent character
Highlights from the material’s listed odour profile.
Note position
Top note · Heart note · Base note
Material character
A closer lookOdour strength
Listed qualitative strength
Tenacity / substantivity
8 hour(s)
at 100%
Listed reference conditions
Fragrance development
Top note · Heart note · 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
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.
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 | 84696-07-1 |
|---|---|
| Odour description (decreasing) | Fresh, Green, Slightly Camphorous, Aromatic, Pine-like, Resinous, Nutty, Warm, Woody, Balsamic, Earthy, Dry, Cedar |
| Odour strength | Medium |
| Perfumery use | Effective from small traces through to 15%Listed perfumery guidance; this is not an IFRA limit. |
| Substantivity | 8 hour(s) at 100% |
| Solvent | None |
| Physical state | Liquid |
| Synonyms | Cypress Extract, Cypress Leaf/Nut/Stem Oil, Cupressus Extract, Cupressus Sempervirens l., Pinaceae, Cypress Absolute |
| Recorded name / preparation | Cupressus sempervirens |
Additional listed details
IFRA: Contains: alpha-Pinene, delta-3-Carene, 4-Terpineol, Myrcene, Limonene, Terpinolene, beta-Pinene, beta-Caryophyllene natural, alpha-Terpinene, Linalool, Geraniol
Safety & handling
Hazard statements:
- H226 Flammable liquid and vapour.
- H304 May be fatal if swallowed and enters airways.
- H315 Causes skin irritation.
- H317 May cause an allergic skin reaction.
- H411 Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects.
Precautionary statements:
- P210 Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. No smoking.
- P233 Keep container tightly closed.
- P240+P241 Ground/bond container and receiving equipment. Use explosion-proof electrical/ventilating/lighting/…/equipment.
- P242 Use non-sparking tools.
- P243 Take action to prevent static discharges.
- P261 Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray.
- P272+P363 Contaminated work clothing should not be allowed out of the workplace. Wash contaminated clothing before reuse.
- P301+P310+P330 If swallowed : Rinse mouth. Immediately call a poison center or doctor/physician.
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.Leaf and blossom
With rose and garden floralsExplore a green floral sketch around a clear flower reference. Compare the leafy accent with the flower alone and decide whether the scene suggests a cut stem, a growing garden or a greener abstraction you want to develop.
Peel and leaf
With bergamot and herbal directionsUse citrus as a bright setting for the green material, then try an herbal alternative as a separate variation. Keeping those contrasts apart makes it easier to choose between a peel-focused idea and a leafy cologne.
A shaded wood
With transparent woods and soft muskSketch a green wood direction with a restrained backdrop. Follow the leafy character as the study develops, comparing a wood-only reference to decide whether the scene suggests fresh branches, shaded timber or a softer woodland impression.










Martin –
This is a really nice product. Lighter and less sharp than cypress essential oil, it maintains that same resinous needle character but feels airy and clean, like wind in the canopy