About this material
Labdanum Absolute Spain F1545 Biolandes
Labdanum Absolute Spain F1545 from Biolandes is a highly sought-after fragrance ingredient derived from the gum-resin of Cistus ladaniferus. Known for its sticky consistency, this material serves as a valuable addition to various fragrance compositions, particularly those of amber, incense, and chypre types.
Notably, the absolute possesses a distinctive aroma reminiscent of ambergris, further enhancing its allure.
As one would expect with most absolutes, the production of this highly desirable material incurs a higher cost, prompting its utilisation in combination with other materials like Ambroxan, Vertenex, Copaiba Balsam & Vertofix.
This Signature Labdanum; harvested and processed in Spain showcases an esteemed amber and woody richness admired by perfumers globally.
It provides a warm and amber-scented essence with subtle undertones of wood and gentle dusty beeswax. As a result, it is suitable for inclusion in different blends for both high-end and everyday perfumes.
The absolute adds substantivity to the composition’s lasting power while introducing notable amber hints in the foundational layers.
A truly exquisite Labdanum; as you would expect from Biolandes.
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
200 hour(s)
at 10%
Listed reference conditions
Supplied strength is 50% in DPG.
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 undiluted material reference. These data refer to the named active material, not the complete supplied dilution. A raw-material IFRA ceiling is not a use level for this diluted product. The assessor must account for the actual concentration, carrier and all other formula contributions.
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 | 8016-26-0 |
|---|---|
| Odour description (decreasing) | Animalic, Woody, Smoky, Amber, Leather, Beeswax |
| Odour strength | Medium |
| Perfumery use | Effective from the smallest traces, through to 10%Listed perfumery guidance; this is not an IFRA limit. |
| Substantivity | 200 hour(s) at 10% |
| Solvent | DPG to give a 50% solution of Labdanum Absolute Spain F1545 |
| Physical state | Liquid |
| Synonyms | Cistus (oil), Gum Cistus, Ciste, Cyste (absolute), Ambreine, European Rock Rose, Labdanum Resinoid, Cistus Ladaniferus Absolute |
| IFRA document scope | Where an IFRA document is shared with the raw material, it refers to the raw, undiluted material. It is supplied as a reference for this diluted product; its stated limits are not limits for the supplied dilution. Check the document scope and assess the intended finished formulation. This notice does not confirm that a document is available. |
Safety & handling
Hazard statements:
- H315 Causes skin irritation.
- H319 Causes serious eye irritation.
Precautionary statements:
- P264 Wash thoroughly after handling.
- P280 Wear protective gloves.
- P280 Wear eye protection / face protection.
- P302+P352 IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of water.
- P305+P351+P338 IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.
- P321 Specific treatment (see on this label).
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 undiluted material reference. These data refer to the named active material, not the complete supplied dilution. A raw-material IFRA ceiling is not a use level for this diluted product. The assessor must account for the actual concentration, carrier and all other formula contributions.
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.
Typical natural-material contribution references (17)
These IFRA typical composition references are not supplier or batch declarations. Botanical source, extraction and grade must be checked before applying constituent restrictions. No composition is assumed or calculated for this product.
| Cistus absolute → Benzaldehyde | 0.6% typical reference · 100-52-7 |
|---|---|
| Cistus concrete → Benzaldehyde | 0.6% typical reference · 100-52-7 |
| Cistus oil → Benzaldehyde | 0.9% typical reference · 100-52-7 |
| Labdanum gum → Benzaldehyde | 0.2% typical reference · 100-52-7 |
| Labdanum oil → Benzaldehyde | 0.38% typical reference · 100-52-7 |
| Labdanum oleoresin → Benzaldehyde | 0.2% typical reference · 100-52-7 |
| Labdanum oil → Carvone | 0.25% typical reference · 99-49-0 |
| Cistus oil → Carvyl acetate | 0.18% typical reference · 97-42-7 |
| Cistus absolute → Cinnamic alcohol | 0.03% typical reference · 104-54-1 |
| Cistus absolute → Eugenol | 0.06% typical reference · 97-53-0 |
| Cistus oil → Eugenol | 0.4% typical reference · 97-53-0 |
| Labdanum oil → Eugenol | 0.5% typical reference · 97-53-0 |
| Cistus absolute → Geraniol | 0.01% typical reference · 106-24-1 |
| Labdanum oil → Geraniol | 0.12% typical reference · 106-24-1 |
| Cistus oil → Isophorone | 0.2% typical reference · 78-59-1 |
| Cistus oil → l-Carvone | 0.6% typical reference · 6485-40-1 |
| Labdanum oil → Methyl eugenol | 0.05% typical reference · 93-15-2 |
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.Smoke and petals
With rose and a clear floral accordExplore a smoky rose sketch by setting the listed smoke character beside a familiar flower. Compare it with the rose alone, deciding whether the accent suggests a distant atmosphere, a charred edge or too much darkness.
Timber and embers
With sandalwood and dry wood directionsBuild a wood-focused study with the smoky material as the changing element. Compare a smooth wood setting with a drier one and keep notes on the difference between a recognisable timber impression and an abstract smoke effect.
A bright interruption
With bergamot and an aromatic openingTry citrus brightness as a deliberate contrast to the smoky direction. Compare a matching version without the citrus, then judge whether the opening creates a useful transition into smoke or belongs to a different composition.







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