Tolu Balsam
Cas No :
9000-64-0
Form :
Solid
Melting Point :
55–60 °C
Solubility :
Soluble In Alcohol, Insoluble In Water
Flash Point :
110 °C
Description :
Tolu Balsam is a naturally occurring resin derived from the bark of Myroxylon balsamum, an invasive species found in South America. It's a viscous semi-solid or reddish-brown liquid with a sweet, warm scent reminiscent of vanilla. Tolu Balsam contains benzyl and cinnamyl esters, making it valuable for perfumery, flavour, and pharmaceutical applications. Its pleasant aroma, solubility in alcohols and oils, and long-lasting scent characteristics make it a versatile ingredient in multiple industries. Tolu Balsam is often used alongside Benzyl Benzoate and Cinnamyl Alcohol to enhance fragrance and flavour profiles.
Tolu Balsam is widely used in perfumes, colognes, and personal care items to fix and enhance aroma ingredients. It provides a mellow vanilla, sweet, and spicy aroma that complements floral, oriental, and spicy compositions often combined with Vanillin and Isoamyl Acetate in fragrance formulations.
Incorporated into creams, lotions, deodorants, and hair care products to impart a soft, warm, and lasting fragrance. It enhances the sensory appeal of products while complementing other aromatic ingredients.
A flavouring agent is employed in tiny amounts due to its balsamic and sweet flavour. It is an excellent addition to drinks, desserts, and baked products, bringing a slight caramel or vanilla taste.
Tolu Balsam is used in cough syrups, lozenges, and topically applied ointments because of its cooling, anti-inflammatory, and expectorant effects. The aromatic components can enhance the scent and flavour of medicinal items.
The sweet and warm scent of Tolu Balsam can be used as an aromatherapy ingredient to create an ambience that is relaxing and comfortable. It's used as a diffuser, for essential oil blends, and as massage oil.
Used in scented candles, room sprays, incense, and air fresheners to provide a long-lasting, warm, and sweet balsamic fragrance.
Tolu Balsam is used as a reference material in fragrance and flavour R&D, as well as in studies involving natural resins, fixatives, and aromatic compounds.
It is soluble in alcohols, oils, and organic solvents, allowing easy incorporation into perfumes, cosmetics, flavours, and aromatherapy products. Its long-lasting scent and fixative properties make it ideal for high-quality formulations. Compatible with Benzyl Salicylate and Cinnamyl Acetate for complex fragrance blends.
Use gloves, goggles, and protective clothing while working with concentrations of Tolu Balsam.
Utilise in well-ventilated places to prevent inhalation of the vapours.
Store in sealed containers in a cool, dry area, away from hot and oxygenizing agents.
Avoid prolonged skin contact; wash thoroughly with water in case of exposure.
Please keep away from flames as it is combustible.
ChemicalBull produces high-purity Tolu Balsam suitable for perfumery, flavour, and personal care applications.
Available in bulk and small packaging quantities, with safe and timely delivery throughout Vapi. ChemicalBull provides nationwide and international distribution with competitive pricing and customized packaging solutions.
For detailed information regarding hazards, handling precautions, toxicity, and environmental impact, request the official Material Safety Data Sheet for Tolu Balsam.
