Lavender 40/42 Essential Oil - 100% Pure 139

• INCI: Lavandula (Lavender) Angustifolia
• Botanical Name: Lavandula Angustifolia
• Country of Origin: France
• Flashpoint: 165 degrees Fahrenheit
• Aroma Profile: Floral and herbal with a slightly medicinal character compared to Lavender 30/32
• Linalool Content: 40% Linalyl
• Acetate Content: 42%
• Phthalate Free: Yes
• Vanillin Content: 0% (Vanillin Free)
• CA Prop 65 Compliant: Yes
• Available Sizes: 2 fl oz through 33 lb bulk

Lavender 40/42 delivers a floral and herbal lavender bouquet with a slightly more pronounced, medicinal quality compared to the softer, sweeter profile of Lavender 30/32. The higher linalool and linalyl acetate content produces a crisper, more recognizable lavender character that reads clearly in finished products even after the saponification process in cold process soap or the heat of candle production. The scent is clean, well-balanced, and broadly appealing, making it one of the most commercially versatile lavender aroma oil options available to personal care and home fragrance makers.

This pure lavender essential oil is sourced from France, which is the world's most historically significant lavender-growing region and the origin of the most widely recognized lavender fragrance profiles in global commerce. French lavender cultivation, concentrated primarily in the Provence region, has been the benchmark for quality lavender oil in the fragrance and personal care industries for centuries. The steam distillation extraction method used to produce this oil preserves the aromatic integrity of the raw plant material while removing water and non-volatile compounds. Full documentation including a GC/MS report, Safety Data Sheet, and IFRA Application Guidelines, is available for this product, supporting quality verification and regulatory compliance for commercial formulation.

• Standardized 40/42 aromatic profile delivers reliable, consistent scent performance across every batch 100% pure lavender essential oil with no fillers, synthetic additives, or phthalates Steam distilled from Lavandula Angustifolia sourced in France
• Phthalate-free and vanillin-free formulation
• Performs cleanly in cold process soap with no acceleration, ricing, or separation
• Available in bulk quantities suited for high-volume production and wholesale sourcing
• Full documentation available including SDS and IFRA Application Guidelines

• Cold process and hot process soap making
• Melt and pour soap applications
• Body lotions, creams, and personal care formulations
• Candles and wax melts (always verify usage rates against current IFRA guidelines)
• Room scenting applications, including reed diffusers and sprays
• Bath bombs, bath salts, and scrubs Lip balms and other lip-safe personal care products

Always use the WSP Fragrance Calculator to determine the correct amount for your specific formula weight. Refer to the IFRA Application Guidelines document for category-specific compliance requirements before use.

• Soap: Up to 5.0%
• Lotion: Up to 3.0%
• Candle and Tart: Up to 10.0%
• Room Scenting: Up to 50.0%

• Acceleration: None
• Ricing: None
• Separation: None
• Color After Cure: Light Yellow

This pure lavender essential oil performs reliably in cold process soap without introducing common formulation challenges, making it a dependable choice for soap makers at any production volume.

Lavender essential oils pair well with a wide range of other oils, including lemon, orange, geranium, jasmine, rose, chamomile, ylang ylang, cedarwood, clove, clary sage, oakmoss, vetiver, and patchouli. Always verify the IFRA compliance of each individual oil within your specific application category before finalizing a formula.

The 40/42 designation refers to the standardized chemical composition of this oil. Through blending of various lavender and lavandin essential oils, the final product is brought to a consistent ratio of 40% linalool and 42% linalyl acetate. These two compounds are primarily responsible for this lavender aroma oil's signature floral and herbal character. Standardizing to this ratio ensures that the scent profile, performance characteristics, and aromatic intensity remain consistent from batch to batch - a meaningful advantage for makers producing at scale or selling branded products that require uniformity.

• Safety Data Sheet (SDS): Available for download
• IFRA Application Guidelines: Available for download (IFRA 51st Amendment)
• Phthalate Free: Yes
• CA Prop 65 Compliant: Yes

Always review the IFRA Application Guidelines for this specific oil before incorporating it into any new formula, particularly for leave-on skin care or candle applications.

This pure lavender essential oil is available in volume formats suited to businesses at every stage - from sample testing through large-scale production. With a standardized aromatic profile, clean cold process performance, and full documentation support, it is a dependable, well-rounded lavender aroma oil for soap making, personal care, candle production, and wholesale distribution.

What is the difference between lavender 40/42 and regular lavender essential oil?

A standard lavender essential oil is a single-origin steam distillation from Lavandula Angustifolia, meaning its chemical composition can vary from harvest to harvest depending on growing conditions and geography. Lavender 40/42 is a standardized blend of multiple lavender and lavandin essential oils, processed to consistently achieve 40% linalool and 42% linalyl acetate in every batch. The result is a more predictable lavender aroma oil with a dependable scent profile, which makes it particularly practical for commercial production where batch-to-batch consistency matters.

Is lavender essential oil safe to use in candles and soap?

Yes, with a flashpoint of 165 degrees F, this pure lavender essential oil is suitable for candle applications at up to 10% usage. For soap, the recommended usage rate is up to 5%. In both cases, always verify usage rates and application category compliance against current IFRA guidelines before finalizing your formula.

How much lavender essential oil do you add to soap or lotion?

For soap, this oil can be used at up to 5.0% of the total formula weight. For lotion and other leave-on personal care products, the recommended rate is up to 3.0%. Always use the WSP Fragrance Calculator to confirm the precise amount for your specific batch size, and refer to the IFRA Application Guidelines for compliance by product category.

What does "40/42" mean in this essential oil's name?

The 40/42 refers to a standardized chemical composition - 40% linalool and 42% linalyl acetate. Several lavender and lavandin essential oils are blended to achieve this specific ratio, which produces a consistent aromatic profile and predictable performance from batch to batch.

Is this essential oil suitable for skin care products?

This oil is suitable for use in soaps and lotions within the recommended usage rates. Always confirm compliance with IFRA guidelines for the specific application category before finalizing a formula.

Is this essential oil phthalate free?

Yes. This oil is certified phthalate free and contains no vanillin.

Is bulk ordering available?

Yes. Lavender essential oils in this line are available in sizes ranging from a 2 fl oz sample through a 33 lb bulk quantity, making it a practical choice for high-volume production environments and wholesale buyers.