Ultra International B.V.
Product: Helichrysum Oil
Helichrysum plantation, France
Helichrysum prior to harvest
Close up Helichrysum
Harvesting Helichrysum France July 2016
Helichrysum plantation mid harvest
Helichrysum Oil France Helichrysum italicum
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Description
The genus Helichrysum consists of an estimated 600 species, in the sunflower family (Asteraceae).
Helichrysum italicum (also known as Helichrysum angustifolium) is steam distilled to produce a yellow-reddish essential oil popular in fragrance for its unique scent, best described as a mixture of caramel and florals notes. Angustifolium means narrow leaved.
Helichrysum angustifolium yields are very small ranging from as little as 0.08 to 0.18%.
France is offering a viable alternative to the Croatian origin as harvesting restrictions over recent years in Croatia have resulted in a significant reduction in their annual production. Contrastingly France has been working to increase their capacities and will manage 200 kilo in their July 2016 harvest, an increase from 80 kilo in 2015.
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Product Details
- Botanical name: Helichrysum italicum
- Origin: France
- Crop Season: July - August
- Plant/part used: Flowering tops
- Method of extraction: Steam distillation
- TSCA CAS: 91845-22-6
- EINECS CAS: 8023-95-8
- EINECS: 289-95-8
- Appearance: Colourless to pale yellow liquid
- Organoleptic Properties: Sweet, floral, rose, chamomile
- Density: 0.875 - 0.925
- Refractive index: 1.465 - 1.485
- Optical rotation: -7° to +7°
- Chemical constituents: α-Pinene, Limonene, β-Caryophyllene, Neryl Acetate
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Latest Market Information May 4, 2026
Helichrysum oil remains a high-value niche segment within the essential oils market, characterized by limited production and strong premium demand. The market is expanding due to increasing applications in high-end skincare, dermatology, and therapeutic formulations, aligned with the broader shift toward natural and clean-label products. France (along with Mediterranean regions) is recognized for producing top-grade Helichrysum oil, with demand driven by luxury cosmetic brands and aromatherapy. Supply remains constrained due to low crop yields and labor-intensive harvesting, making this oil one of the most expensive in the global essential oil market. Currently demand continues to outpace supply, especially for certified and traceable French origin oil. Growth is supported by the clean beauty movement and increasing use in anti-aging and regenerative skincare formulations.
Market prices : USD 1350.00 /kilo -
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