Indian Sandalwood Oil – Pure Mysore Santalum album, Steam Distilled at Source
There are essential oils that are pleasant. And then there is Indian Sandalwood — a material that perfumers, Ayurvedic practitioners, and luxury skincare formulators have considered irreplaceable for thousands of years. The creamy, warm, woody depth of genuine Santalum album from India is something no synthetic and no substitute has ever fully matched.
We distill this oil ourselves, at our own factory in India. Steam distilled directly from the heartwood of mature Santalum album trees, every batch is fully documented — Certificate of Analysis, MSDS, and complete lab testing reports included. You know exactly what you are buying.
Why Indian Sandalwood Is Different?
Not all sandalwood oil is equal. Australian sandalwood (Santalum spicatum) and other varieties are widely available and considerably cheaper. They are useful materials — but they are not Indian sandalwood. Mysore-origin Santalum album has a specific chemical profile — high in alpha and beta santalol — that gives it a creaminess, depth, and tenacity that other varieties cannot replicate. It is why Indian sandalwood has been the standard in fine perfumery for centuries, and why it remains the most sought-after wood oil in the world.
The Scent Profile:
Pure Indian Sandalwood Oil is warm, creamy, and softly woody — with a milky smoothness that is immediately recognizable. It has almost no sharpness. The scent opens gently, deepens as it warms on the skin, and has extraordinary tenacity — it lingers for hours, grounding everything it is blended with. In perfumery, it is both a base note and a fixative. In skincare, it is both functional and aromatic.
What It Is Used For
- Fine natural perfumery — base note and fixative
- Luxury face oils, serums, and anti-aging skincare
- Ayurvedic formulations and therapeutic massage oils
- Premium soaps, body butters, and bath products
- Meditation, spiritual practice, and aromatherapy
- High-end cosmetic formulations requiring genuine wood depth
Who Buys This Oil
Our customers include natural perfumers, Ayurvedic skincare brands, luxury cosmetic manufacturers, and wholesale buyers across the USA, UK, Australia, and France. If you need genuine Indian Sandalwood Oil with full lab documentation — sourced directly from the manufacturer, not a reseller — this is the material you have been looking for.
Contact us for wholesale pricing and custom volume orders.
Documentation Provided ✔ Certificate of Analysis (COA) ✔ Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) ✔ Full Lab Test Reports ✔ Quality Certificates
For external use only. Always dilute before skin application. Keep away from children. Consult a healthcare provider if pregnant or nursing.
| Property | Details |
|---|---|
| Product Name | Sandalwood Essential Oil |
| Botanical Name | Santalum album |
| CAS Number | 8006-87-9 |
| Origin | India |
| Extraction Method | Steam Distillation |
| Plant Part Used | Heartwood |
| Appearance | Pale Yellow to Golden Yellow Liquid |
| Aroma | Rich, Woody, Sweet, Warm, Long-lasting |
| Solubility | Soluble in Alcohol & Oils |
| Specific Gravity | 0.960 – 0.980 |
| Refractive Index | 1.490 – 1.510 |
| Optical Rotation | -15° to -20° |
| Main Components | Alpha-Santalol, Beta-Santalol |
| Shelf Life | 3–5 Years (Ages Well) |
| Storage | Cool & Dry Place, Away from Sunlight |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Indian Sandalwood Oil?
Indian Sandalwood Oil is steam distilled from the heartwood of mature Santalum album trees — the original, most prized sandalwood in the world. Its scent is warm, creamy, and deeply woody with exceptional tenacity. It has been the foundation of fine perfumery and Ayurvedic practice for thousands of years, and remains irreplaceable in both.
Is this genuinely pure Santalum album?
Yes. Steam distilled at our own factory in India, every batch is fully lab tested. We provide COA, MSDS, and complete lab reports showing chemical composition including alpha and beta santalol content — the compounds that define genuine Indian sandalwood quality. No blending, no dilution, no shortcuts.
How is Indian Sandalwood different from Australian Sandalwood?
Indian Sandalwood (Santalum album) has higher santalol content — richer, creamier, more complex and tenacious. Australian Sandalwood (Santalum spicatum) has a drier, lighter profile. Both are real sandalwood, but Indian Santalum album is the gold standard in perfumery and Ayurveda — and is priced accordingly.
What sizes do you offer?
Retail: 10ml, 50ml, 100ml, 200ml, 500ml Bulk/Wholesale: 1kg, 2kg, 5kg, 10kg, 25kg Need a custom volume? Contact us.
What can I use it for?
Fine perfumery base notes, luxury face oils and anti-aging serums, Ayurvedic massage oils, premium soaps and body care, meditation and aromatherapy diffuser blends, high-end cosmetic formulations.
What documentation comes with the oil?
Every order includes COA, MSDS, full lab test reports, and quality certificates — everything you need to verify purity and satisfy your own customers or regulatory requirements.
Do you ship to the USA, UK, and Australia?
Yes. We export directly from India with full documentation. Worldwide shipping available. Bulk rates on request.
Do you offer wholesale pricing?
Yes. Factory-direct pricing from 1kg onwards. Contact us for tiered wholesale pricing.
At R K Essential Oils Company, we prioritize your safety and well-being. Please note that essential oils are highly concentrated and should be properly diluted before any direct application to the skin, as skin sensitivity may occur. Always keep essential oils out of reach of children. If you are pregnant, nursing, or under medical supervision, we strongly recommend consulting your healthcare provider before use.
These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.