Orris Root Butter 15% Irones Iris Pallida (Iris Pallida)

Orris Butter for Natural Perfumery

Explore the powdery floral character of Iris pallida. Orris butter is a waxy aromatic material for perfume formulation, available from 5 g for evaluation to larger quantities for ongoing work.

Choose your material

• Aromatic direction: powdery, floral and violet-like.
• Physical form: waxy, semi-solid butter.
• Formulation role: base note and fixative in perfumery.
• Quantity: sold by weight in grams.

From evaluation to your next batch

Choose from 5 g, 10 g, 15 g, 30 g, 100 g, 250 g, 500 g or 1,000 g. Select a size above to see its current price and availability.

Is this the same as orris root powder?

This listing is for orris butter. Select the material and physical form specified in your formula.

Which quantity should I choose?

The 5 g option is the smallest size listed. Larger quantities are available when you already know how this material fits your work.

Specifications of Orris Root Butter 15% Irones Iris Pallida

• Botanical Name: Iris Pallida.
• Family Name: Iridaceae.
• Common Name: Orris, Sweet Orris, Orris Root, Iris Palida.
• INCI: Iris Pallida Root Butter.
• Part Used: Roots.
• Extraction Method: Steam Distilled. Fractional.
• Note: Base note. Fixative.
• Scent: Exceptionally captivating aroma, powdery, delicate, very tenacious.
• Appearance: A waxy solid that melts to the touch with a butter-like consistency. Creamy color.
• Country of Origin: Bulgaria

Aromatic Profile

Orris butter has a powdery floral character with violet-like notes. Its distinctive aroma contributes to the character of a perfume as well as its base.

Profile at a glance

• Botanical material: Iris pallida root butter.
• Aromatic direction: powdery floral.
• Perfumery role: base note and fixative.

Choose it for compositions where its powdery character is part of the intended aromatic direction. Evaluate it within your own formula before increasing batch size.

Composition & Formulation

Formulation Notes

• Melt gently into the oil phase of anhydrous formulations
• Use to add structure and botanical character
• Store tightly closed in a cool, dry place

Applications

Fine Fragrance & Aromatic Formulation

• Natural and fine perfumery

Safety

General Safety Information: Do not take any oils internally and do not apply undiluted essential oils, onto the skin without advanced essential oil knowledge or consultation from a qualified aromatherapy practitioner. If you are pregnant, epileptic, have liver damage, have cancer, or have any other medical problem, use oils only under the proper guidance of a qualified aromatherapy practitioner. Use extreme caution when using oils with children. Consult a qualified aromatherapy practitioner before using oils with children, the elderly, if you have medical issues or are taking medications.