What are the key aromatic compounds in this gardenia essential oil and their typical percentages?
GC-MS analysis of steam-distilled gardenia blossom oil typically identifies 150 volatile compounds including 48 terpenes, dominated by ocimene, linalool and leaf esters.
Typical Composition (Steam-Distilled Blossom Oil)
| Compound | Typical % | Role |
|---|---|---|
| Ocimene (incl. beta-ocimene) | ~19.7% | Green-fresh top note |
| Linalool | ~17.7% | Floral-citrus heart, soothing |
| Leaf tiglate (cis-3-hexenyl tiglate) | ~10.1% | Green leafy signature |
| Jasmine lactone | ~9.1% | Creamy lactonic sweetness |
| Other terpenes (48 types total) | balance | Complexity & depth |
A full GC-MS fingerprint report per batch (ISO 11024-based) is included with every shipment, so you can verify composition against your own specifications on arrival.
This article was published on 2026-09-07, and last updated on 2026-09-07. The article will be continuously updated.