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Tobacco Absolute Low Nico (Nicotiana tabacum) | Natural Extract
Tobacco Absolute Low Nico (Nicotiana tabacum) | Natural Extract
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Tobacco Absolute Low Nico (Nicotiana tabacum)
Tobacco absolute is obtained by ethanol extraction from tobacco leaves (Nicotiana tabacum) from South Africa – a natural raw material of plant origin, extracted in France. What sets this grade apart is its very low nicotine content of no more than 0.01%. The scent of the tobacco leaf remains, the nicotine is almost entirely removed.
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Odour profile
- Warm, deep scent of dried tobacco leaf
- Honey, hay and dried-fruit nuances, slightly leathery
- Note position: heart and base note
- Viscous liquid, light to dark brown
Use in perfumery
- Tobacco, leather, oriental and chypre compositions
- Gives accords natural depth and warmth
- For perfumery use only
Practical note: dissolving, storing, combining
Dissolving: Viscous; for precise work a 10% dilution in ethanol is practical.
Storing: Cool (below 18 °C), protected from air and light, tightly closed.
Combining: Pairs well with Labdanum, vanilla materials such as Isobutavan and Vanillin PG Acetal, rum notes such as Rum Acetal, Ambroxan (all versions) and Patchoulol.
Safety information
According to the manufacturer's data, Tobacco Absolute Low Nico is not classified as hazardous under the CLP Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008 – no pictogram, no signal word, no H statements. Additional statement EUH208: contains damascenone, may produce an allergic reaction. The material contains 1–5% ethanol from the extraction. Avoid contact with skin and eyes; wear protective gloves and goggles.
Physico-Chemical Properties
| Botanical name | Nicotiana tabacum L. (Solanaceae) |
| Plant part used | Leaves |
| Origin of the leaves | South Africa |
| Material type | Absolute (ethanol extraction, ISO 9235) |
| INCI | Nicotiana Tabacum Leaf Extract |
| CAS No. | 73138-76-8 (also: 84961-66-0 / 8037-19-2) |
| EC No. | 284-656-5 |
| Nicotine content | ≤ 0.01% |
| Appearance | Viscous liquid, light to dark brown |
| Relative density (20 °C) | 0.940–1.010 |
| Refractive index (20 °C) | 1.495–1.515 |
| Flash point | ≥ 100 °C |
| Residual ethanol | ≤ 3% |
| Country of production (extraction) | France |
FAQ
What does “Low Nico” mean?
The material is low in nicotine: the nicotine content is no more than 0.01%.
Is it a natural product?
Yes – an absolute from South African tobacco leaves, obtained by ethanol extraction.
Is it hazardous?
Not classified as hazardous under CLP. Because of traces of damascenone it carries the statement EUH208.
Hazard statements (CLP labelling)
Not classified as hazardous under Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008 (CLP). No pictogram, no signal word, no H statements.
EUH208 – Contains damascenone. May produce an allergic reaction.
The information refers to the undiluted raw material. Classification according to the manufacturer's data; the label on the container is authoritative.
Important note
This product is a perfumery raw material intended exclusively for fragrance development, creative experiments, education and the study of perfumery materials.
It is not a finished cosmetic product.
Please use responsibly.
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