Technical data
- Product Name: Tonka bean Absolute
- Latin name: Dipterix odorata
- Extraction: Solvent extract
- Origin:
- Parts used:
- Origin of parts:
- CAS: 8046-22-8
Features
- Scent: Warm, sweet and gourmand — almond, vanilla, fresh hay, soft tobacco and a whisper of caramel
- Scent type: Spices
- Note: Base
- Color: Dark amber to brownish, often with visible coumarin crystals
- Viscosity: Thick, semi-solid to waxy at room temperature
Blends with
Slow Sunday
Purpose
- A diffuser blend for unhurried mornings spent at home.
- Recipe
2 drops tonka bean absolute, 3 drops sweet orange, 2 drops cedarwood Atlas in an ultrasonic diffuser
Second-Skin Perfume
Purpose
- A warm, gourmand personal scent for everyday wear.
- Recipe
In 10 ml jojoba: 1 drop tonka bean absolute, 2 drops bergamot, 1 drop sandalwood, 1 drop ylang ylang (about 2.5% dilution)
Dillution guideline
- Use at very low dilution — typically 0.5–1% in carrier oil for skin applications.
- Patch test
Apply a small diluted amount to the inner forearm and wait 24 hours before broader use.
- Children
Not recommended for children under 6. For older children, consult a qualified aromatherapist.
- Pregnancy
Avoid during pregnancy and nursing due to high coumarin content.
- Pets
Keep away from cats, dogs and birds; coumarin-rich oils may be problematic for animals.
- Photosensitivity
Not typically associated with photosensitivity.
- Ingestion
Do not ingest unless under qualified professional guidance.
- Storage
Store tightly closed in a cool, dark place; gently warm before use as the absolute is semi-solid at room temperature.
