Ultra International B.V.
Product: Rose Oil
Rose Oil Bulgaria Rosa damascena
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Description
Rose oil is regarded as one of the most traditional and premium essential oils in aromatherapy and perfumery today.
The rose blossoms of Rosa damascena begin to bloom in Bulgaria around the third week of May, and will continue for three or four weeks depending upon weather conditions. Yields can be highly volatile depending on the conditions during this short period of time. For example, any extreme heat could result in a yield loss as the oil will evaporate just like other floral oils.
Harvesting begins as the rose flowers begin to open and are still collected by hand, usually early in the morning. Today this time old tradition is one of the most wonderful sights to see in our industry.
Currently, our growing partners offer highly modern distillation facilities where oil recovery is at its optimum but still on average, Rosa damascena will only yield 1 kilo of oil per 3,500 - 4,000 kilos of flowers!!
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Product Details
- Botanical name: Rosa damascena
- Origin: Bulgaria
- Crop Season: May - June
- Plant/part used: Petals
- Method of extraction: Steam distillation
- TSCA CAS: 8007-01-0
- EINECS CAS: 290-260-3
- INCI Name: Rosa damascena flower oil
- Appearance: Colourless to pale yellow liquid
- Organoleptic Properties: Floral, spicy, sweet, rose
- Density: 0.848 - 0.900
- Refractive index: 1.445 - 1.480
- Chemical constituents: Citronellol: 35-40%; Linalool: 2- 5%; Geraniol: 10-20%
- Fragrance usage: max. 4%
- IFRA: IFRA restricted
- Allergens: Contains fragrance allergens
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Latest Market Information May 4, 2026
Bulgarian rose oil is obtained through steam distillation of freshly picked Rosa damascena flowers, cultivated mainly in the Rose Valley south of the Balkan Mountains, particularly in the regions around Kazanlak and Karlovo. This area has a long heritage of commercial rose growing and is recognised as one of the world’s leading centres for high-quality rose oil production. The oil is highly concentrated and chemically complex, with a rich floral scent profile featuring honey-like sweetness, mild spice, and subtle green undertones. In perfumery and cosmetic applications, it is prized for delivering intense natural floral depth even at very low dosage levels.
The harvest season generally runs from late May to mid-June, with peak picking occurring in late May and early June, depending on weather conditions. Roses are hand-harvested early in the morning when oil content is at its highest and are quickly transported for immediate distillation to maintain aroma quality. Due to its extremely low yield, large quantities of petals are required to produce a small amount of oil, making Bulgarian rose oil one of the most valuable essential oils in the global fragrance industry.
Market prices : USD 12000.00 /kilo -
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