{"product_id":"costus-root-absolute-oil-saussurea-costus","title":"Costus Root Absolute Oil - Saussurea costus","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eSaussurea costus · Warm Earthy Root (CITES \/ Restricted)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCostus Root Absolute is a warm, earthy, woody-animalic material solvent extracted from the roots of \u003cem\u003eSaussurea costus\u003c\/em\u003e (kuth), from Himachal Pradesh, India. This costus absolute is a rich, tenacious base note — but it is a CITES-protected species and a known skin sensitiser, so it is offered strictly for responsible, professional use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"western\"\u003eQuick Facts\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBotanical Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eSaussurea costus\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBotanical Synonym:\u003c\/strong\u003e Saussurea lappa\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Costus, kuth\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFamily:\u003c\/strong\u003e Asteraceae\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSource:\u003c\/strong\u003e Roots\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Himachal Pradesh, India\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProcessing Method:\u003c\/strong\u003e Solvent extraction (absolute)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eColour \/ Consistency:\u003c\/strong\u003e Viscous, brownish-yellow liquid\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"western\"\u003eAroma Profile\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCostus root has a warm, earthy, woody scent with a soft animalic-orris facet — a rich, tenacious base note.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlends beautifully with:\u003c\/strong\u003e Costus pairs with earthy, wood and floral materials, including Vetiver, Patchouli, Rose, Violet, Oakmoss, and Sandalwood.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"western\"\u003eKuth (Saussurea costus)\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCostus, or kuth (\u003cem\u003eSaussurea costus\u003c\/em\u003e), is a Himalayan root long valued in traditional practice and perfumery for its warm, earthy, tenacious character. It is now a CITES Appendix I species and heavily protected, so only responsibly and legally sourced material should be used.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"western\"\u003eHarvesting \u0026amp; Extraction\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCostus root absolute is produced by solvent extraction of the roots. Because the species is protected, responsible and legal sourcing is essential.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"western\"\u003eCommon Uses\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAcross perfumery, wellness and traditional practice, this oil is valued for:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFine perfumery\u003c\/strong\u003e — a warm, earthy base note and natural fixative, used within strict limits.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNatural fragrance\u003c\/strong\u003e — a rich, animalic-earthy note for niche compositions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChypre \/ oriental accords\u003c\/strong\u003e — a tenacious base, used sparingly by professionals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTraditional context\u003c\/strong\u003e — a root with a long Himalayan history.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"western\"\u003eRelated Oils You May Like\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor more deep, earthy, rooty materials, explore related absolutes: Angelica Root Absolute, Vetiver Absolute, Oakmoss Absolute, and our pure floral absolutes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCaution:\u003c\/strong\u003e Costus root is a recognised strong skin sensitiser and is restricted in fragrance use (IFRA), so use only within strict limits and patch test carefully. It is also a CITES Appendix I species, so ensure responsible, legal sourcing. Avoid during pregnancy. Absolutes are highly concentrated and contain trace extraction solvent, so always dilute well before use, patch test, and use externally only. Not for internal use. Keep out of reach of children.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"western\"\u003eTechnical Analysis\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4 class=\"western\"\u003eKey Constituents\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eTypical Composition · Qualitative\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCostus is rich in costunolide and dehydrocostus lactone (the sensitising constituents) with costus acid. Typical qualitative constituents below; batch values vary.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable width=\"643\" cellpadding=\"2\" cellspacing=\"0\"\u003e\n\u003ccolgroup\u003e\n\u003ccol width=\"148\"\u003e \u003ccol width=\"237\"\u003e \u003ccol width=\"245\"\u003e \u003c\/colgroup\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth width=\"148\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConstituent\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth width=\"237\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTypical Character\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth width=\"245\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStructural Class\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"148\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDehydrocostus lactone\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"237\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWarm, earthy — principal (sensitiser)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"245\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSesquiterpene lactone — main marker\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"148\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCostunolide\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"237\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEarthy, woody (sensitiser)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"245\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSesquiterpene lactone\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"148\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCostus acid \/ costols\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"237\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRich, animalic\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"245\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAcids \/ alcohols\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch4 class=\"western\"\u003eSafety Summary\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHazards:\u003c\/strong\u003e Strong skin sensitiser (sesquiterpene lactones); IFRA-restricted.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eContraindications:\u003c\/strong\u003e Strict limits; responsible\/legal sourcing (CITES I); avoid pregnancy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4 class=\"western\"\u003eTechnical Notes\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRegulatory\u003c\/strong\u003e — \u003cem\u003eSaussurea costus\u003c\/em\u003e is CITES Appendix I and costus is a restricted sensitiser; source and use responsibly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBatch documentation\u003c\/strong\u003e — Specification and batch documentation available on request.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTechnical Disclaimer:\u003c\/strong\u003e The composition indicated above is qualitative and typical for this botanical; it does not constitute a Certificate of Analysis. For regulatory or formulation decisions, always refer to the batch-specific CoA supplied with your order.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"western\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is costus root absolute?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt is a warm, earthy, woody material solvent extracted from the roots of \u003cem\u003eSaussurea costus\u003c\/em\u003e (kuth), from Himachal Pradesh, India.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs costus restricted?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes — \u003cem\u003eSaussurea costus\u003c\/em\u003e is a CITES Appendix I protected species, and costus is also a recognised skin sensitiser restricted in fragrance use, so responsible sourcing and strict limits apply.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does it smell like?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWarm, earthy and woody with a soft animalic-orris facet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is it used for?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFine perfumery (as a base and fixative) within strict professional limits.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"TheWholesalerCo","offers":[{"title":"10 g","offer_id":53985387315500,"sku":null,"price":141.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"100 g","offer_id":53985387348268,"sku":null,"price":425.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"1 Kg","offer_id":53985387381036,"sku":null,"price":3691.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/thewholesaler.eu\/en-es\/products\/costus-root-absolute-oil-saussurea-costus","provider":"TheWholesalerCo Europe","version":"1.0","type":"link"}