Cedarleaf (Thuja) Absolute Oil

Thuja occidentalis · Fresh Green Conifer (Thujone)

Cedarleaf (Thuja) Absolute is a fresh, green, camphoraceous conifer material from Thuja occidentalis (white cedar), from Canada. With a crisp, sharp, coniferous character, this cedarleaf material is used in perfumery — but it is rich in thujone, a neurotoxic constituent, so it is strictly for external, professional use within tight limits.

Quick Facts

• Botanical Name: Thuja occidentalis

• Common Name: Cedarleaf, thuja, white cedar

• Family: Cupressaceae

• Source: Leaves (foliage)

• Origin: Canada

• Processing Method: Solvent extraction / distillation

• Colour / Consistency: Pale-yellow to green liquid

Aroma Profile

Cedarleaf has a fresh, green, sharp, camphoraceous conifer scent — a crisp, penetrating note.

Blends beautifully with: Cedarleaf pairs with conifer, wood and citrus materials, including Cedarwood, Pine, Cypress, Bergamot, Fir Balsam, and Vetiver.

White Cedar (Thuja)

Cedarleaf (Thuja occidentalis), or white cedar, gives a fresh, green, camphoraceous conifer material. Because it is rich in thujone (a neurotoxic constituent), it is strictly for external, professional use within tight limits.

Harvesting & Extraction

Cedarleaf material is prepared from the foliage; because of its thujone content it is strictly for external use only.

Common Uses

Across perfumery, wellness and traditional practice, this oil is valued for:

• Niche perfumery — a fresh, sharp conifer note, used within strict limits.

• Natural fragrance — a crisp, green coniferous note for niche compositions.

• Household — a fresh conifer note in natural products, used with care.

• Specialist use — a characterful conifer material for professionals.

Related Oils You May Like

For more fresh, coniferous materials, explore related absolutes: Fir Balsam Absolute, Cedarwood Himalayan Absolute, Juniper Berry Absolute, and our pure floral absolutes.

Caution: Cedarleaf (thuja) is rich in thujone, a neurotoxic constituent, and must never be taken internally. Avoid during pregnancy and with epilepsy, and use only externally, well diluted, within strict professional limits. Absolutes are highly concentrated and contain trace extraction solvent, so always dilute well before use, patch test, and use externally only. Not for internal use. Keep out of reach of children.

Technical Analysis

Key Constituents

Typical Composition · Qualitative

Cedarleaf is dominated by thujone (alpha- and beta-) with fenchone and camphor. Typical qualitative constituents below; batch values vary.

Safety Summary

• Hazards: Thujone-rich; neurotoxic. Never internal.

• Contraindications: Avoid pregnancy and epilepsy; strict external limits.

Technical Notes

• Batch documentation — Specification and batch documentation available on request.

Technical Disclaimer: The composition indicated above is qualitative and typical for this botanical; it does not constitute a Certificate of Analysis. For regulatory or formulation decisions, always refer to the batch-specific CoA supplied with your order.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is cedarleaf (thuja)?
It is a fresh, green, camphoraceous conifer material from Thuja occidentalis (white cedar), from Canada.

Is thuja safe?
It is rich in thujone (neurotoxic), so it must never be taken internally, must be avoided in pregnancy and epilepsy, and used only externally within strict limits.

What does it smell like?
Fresh, green, sharp and camphoraceous.

What is it used for?
Niche perfumery and natural fragrance, within strict professional limits.