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    Guaiacol - Wikipedia

    Guaiacol (/ ˈ ɡ w aɪ ə k ɒ l /) is an organic compound with the formula C 6 H 4 (OH)(OCH 3). It is a phenolic compound containing a methoxy functional group. Guaiacol appears as a viscous …

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    Occurrence

    Guaiacol is usually derived from guaiacum or wood creosote.
    It is produced by a variety of plants. It is also found in essential oils from celery seeds, tobacco leaves, orange leaves, and lemon peels. … See more

    Preparation

    The compound was first isolated by Otto Unverdorben in 1826. Guaiacol is produced by methylation of o-catechol, for example using potash and dimethyl sulfate:
    C6H4(OH)2 + (CH3O)2SO2 → C6H4(OH)(… See more

    Uses and chemical reactions

    Lignin, comprising a major fraction of biomass, is sometimes classified according to the guaiacyl component. Pyrolysis of lignin from gymnosperms gives more guaiacol, resulting from removal of the propenyl… See more

    Safety

    Methoxyphenols are potential biomarkers of biomass smoke exposure, such as from inhalation of woodsmoke. Dietary sources of methoxyphenols overwhelm the contribution from inhalational exposures to woodsmoke. … See more

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    Guaiac Wood - The Perfume Society

    Apr 14, 2025 · There’s nothing light and airy about guaiac wood, that’s for sure. From the striped heartwood of a small tree called Palo Santo (Bulnesia sarmienti) – which translates as ‘tree of …

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      What Does Guaiacwood Smell Like In Perfume? – Phlur

      Apr 17, 2023 · Obtained from the wood of the guaiacum officinalis tropical tree, native to South America and the Caribbean, guaiacwood is known for its distinct smoky, woody, and slightly …

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      Guaiacol: Preparation, applications and toxicity

      Jul 7, 2023 · Guaiacol is a naturally-occurring organic compound. Guaiacol is present in wood smoke, resulting from the pyrolysis of lignin. The chemical compound contributes to the flavor of many substances such as whisky and …

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      Guaiac Wood: What To Know About The Trendy …

      May 25, 2023 · Guaiac wood is appearing in several of the latest perfumes to hit the market. Here are a few things to know about the woody, smokey fragrance note.

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      GUAIAC WOOD - Uses, Side Effects, and More - WebMD

      Guaiac (Guaiacum officinale) is a tree. The wood and sap (resin) of the tree are used to prepare medicinal extracts. As a flavoring agent, guaiac wood is used in foods and in edible oils and...

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      Is guaiac wood a good scent?
      Because of this, it's not unusual to see it in formulations that include tobacco or leather notes as well. Many fans of guaiac wood find that it meshes well with spice notes, as well as vanilla, amber, and cedar scents.

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      Is guaiac wood the same as palo santo Bursera?
      Those who harvest it locally sometimes refer to guaiac wood as "palo santo," but the palo santo you likely know (Palo Santo Bursera) is different from this species (Guaiacwood Bulnesia sarmientoi). Their oils are also similar, but scent aficionados can typically tell the difference by their aromas alone.

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      What are guaiacwood blends?
      Guaiacwood blends: Guaiacwood may also be blended with other natural or synthetic ingredients to create unique scent profiles or to enhance its performance in a fragrance composition. Guaiacwood resinoid: This is a form of guaiacwood that is obtained through resin extraction, resulting in a more viscous and aromatic resin-like substance.

      What Does Guaiacwood Smell Like In Perfume? – Phlur

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      How do you use frankincense & guaiacwood?
      Add 20 drops frankincense, 6 drops guaiacwood, and 4 drops cypress. Stir into semi-solid coconut oil with a baby spoon or wood skewer. Gradually add about another 2 Tbsp. coconut oil while stirring the mixture. Apply and rub into skin over sore joints and muscles. Store at room temperature (may be chilled if melted to regain semi-solid state).

      Essential Oil Spotlight: Guaiacwood - AromaTools®

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    • P. F. Candle Co.
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      What the Hell Is That Smell? It's Guaiacwood - P. F.

      Feb 21, 2023 · Guaiacwood yields an oil with a warm scent and perfumers commonly use it to bind and harmonize different woody notes together. Scent notes depend on its form, but as an oil, it has a balsamic and slightly smoky …

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      Guaiac Wood perfume ingredient, Guaiac Wood fragrance and …

      Guaiac Wood is one of the hardest and most resilient woods in the world. Its heartwood is brown, black or green, with elegant streaks. It also provides high-quality charcoal and good timber.

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      Essential Oil Spotlight: Guaiacwood - AromaTools®

      Guaiacwood (Bulnesia sarmientoi)—pronounced GWHY-ack-wood—is steam distilled from the heartwood of the plant. It belongs to the Zygophyllaceae botanical family and is native to parts of South America. The aroma is woodsy …

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      What Is Guaiacol? | Aromatic Compound Insights

      Guaiacol is a colorless to yellowish liquid with a sweet, smoky aroma reminiscent of burnt wood. It belongs to a class of compounds known as phenols and is structurally classified as a …

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