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Roman Chamomile
Anthemis nobilis
Chemotype: angelate and tiglate ester rich type
- PLANT PART
- flowers
- EXTRACTION
- steam distillation
- AROMA NOTE
- mid
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What’s inside this oil?
Constituents are the natural chemicals that give an oil its character. See the main ones, learn what they do, and explore differences between batches.
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FOLLOW YOUR SENSES
Aroma & character
A closer look at this oil's scent, strength, and staying power.
- Aroma intensity
- 70 / 100
- Note layer
- mid
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A LITTLE CARE GOES A LONG WAY
Using it thoughtfully
Read the full safety context before bringing this oil into your routine.
- Cited dermal maximum · leave-on
- 1%
- Phototoxicity
- Not flagged in this profile
- Oxidation risk
- medium
A cited maximum is a limit, not a suggested dilution. Missing restrictions do not establish safety.
No phototoxic furocoumarin restriction was verified for this steam-distilled flower oil.
Contraindications & cautions
- moderateAvoid in individuals with known Asteraceae sensitivity and dilute before skin use.
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THE SCIENCE BEHIND THE SCENT
Inside the oil
An oil's character comes from its natural chemical composition. Explore each constituent to understand the connections.
About this composition
This UK Roman chamomile record uses EMA as the open quantitative anchor for the classic ester-rich Roman chamomile profile and couples it to UK-specific supplier and origin pages from Amphora and Quinessence. Those pages support UK origin, steam-distilled flowers, apple-like fruity aroma, and a published 1% topical dilution ceiling for skin-care use.
| Constituent | Typical amount | Reported range | Chemical family | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| isobutyl angelate | 30.93% | 25.85–36% | aliphatic ester | View sourceAssessment report on Chamaemelum nobile (L.) All., flos; The Good Scents Company isobutyl angelate entry https://www.ema.europa.eu/en/documents/herbal-report/final-assessment-report-chamaemelum-nobile-l-all-flos_en.pdf p.4 lines 118-123 for composition; https://www.thegoodscentscompany.com/data/rw1009371.html for CAS 7779-81-9 |
| isoamyl isobutyrate | 17.3% | 10.9–23.7% | aliphatic ester | View sourceAssessment report on Chamaemelum nobile (L.) All., flos; FDA Substances Added to Food isoamyl isobutyrate entry https://www.ema.europa.eu/en/documents/herbal-report/final-assessment-report-chamaemelum-nobile-l-all-flos_en.pdf p.4 lines 119-123 for composition; https://hfpappexternal.fda.gov/scripts/fdcc/index.cfm?id=ISOAMYLISOBUTYRATE&set=FoodSubstances for CAS 2050-01-3 |
| 2-methylbutyl angelate | 16.65% | 13–20.3% | aliphatic ester | View sourceAssessment report on Chamaemelum nobile (L.) All., flos; NIST Chemistry WebBook 2-Methylbutyl angelate entry https://www.ema.europa.eu/en/documents/herbal-report/final-assessment-report-chamaemelum-nobile-l-all-flos_en.pdf p.4 lines 119-123 for composition; https://webbook.nist.gov/cgi/inchi/InChI%3D1S/C10H18O2/c1-5-8%283%297-12-10%2811%299%284%296-2/h6%2C8H%2C5%2C7H2%2C1-4H3/b9-6- for CAS 61692-77-1 |
| isoamyl tiglate | 15.8% | 11.7–19.9% | aliphatic ester | View sourceAssessment report on Chamaemelum nobile (L.) All., flos; NCATS GSRS isoamyl tiglate entry https://www.ema.europa.eu/en/documents/herbal-report/final-assessment-report-chamaemelum-nobile-l-all-flos_en.pdf p.4 lines 119-123 for composition; https://gsrs.ncats.nih.gov/ginas/app/beta/substances/JD9PHL6H3M for CAS 41519-18-0 |
| propyl tiglate | 12% | 12–12% | aliphatic ester | View sourceAssessment report on Chamaemelum nobile (L.) All., flos; The Good Scents Company propyl tiglate entry https://www.ema.europa.eu/en/documents/herbal-report/final-assessment-report-chamaemelum-nobile-l-all-flos_en.pdf p.4 line 120 for composition; https://www.thegoodscentscompany.com/data/rw1040411.html for CAS 61692-83-9 |
| isoamyl angelate | 11.6% | 5.3–17.9% | aliphatic ester | View sourceAssessment report on Chamaemelum nobile (L.) All., flos; The Good Scents Company isoamyl angelate entry https://www.ema.europa.eu/en/documents/herbal-report/final-assessment-report-chamaemelum-nobile-l-all-flos_en.pdf p.4 lines 120-123 for composition; https://www.thegoodscentscompany.com/data/rw1044991.html for CAS 10482-55-0 |
| isobutyl isobutyrate | 4.5% | 3.7–5.3% | aliphatic ester | View sourceAssessment report on Chamaemelum nobile (L.) All., flos; Sigma-Aldrich isobutyl isobutyrate entry https://www.ema.europa.eu/en/documents/herbal-report/final-assessment-report-chamaemelum-nobile-l-all-flos_en.pdf p.4 lines 120-123 for composition; https://www.sigmaaldrich.com/US/en/product/aldrich/537632 for CAS 97-85-8 |
| beta-bisabolene | 4.18% | 4.18–4.18% | sesquiterpene hydrocarbon | View sourceAssessment report on Chamaemelum nobile (L.) All., flos; NIST Chemistry WebBook beta-bisabolene entry https://www.ema.europa.eu/en/documents/herbal-report/final-assessment-report-chamaemelum-nobile-l-all-flos_en.pdf p.4 lines 123-127 for composition; https://webbook.nist.gov/cgi/cbook.cgi?ID=495-61-4 for CAS 495-61-4 |
Profile source: Assessment report on Chamaemelum nobile (L.) All., flos; Chamomile Roman Essential Oil 10ml; Roman Chamomile Essential Oil · https://www.ema.europa.eu/en/documents/herbal-report/final-assessment-report-chamaemelum-nobile-l-all-flos_en.pdf ; https://www.amphora-aromatics.com/essential-oils/chamomile-roman-essential-oil-10ml-glass-single-info ; https://www.quinessence.com/roman-chamomile-oil
A TRADITION OF BOTANICAL CURIOSITY
Traditional & reported uses
These uses reflect the profile's reported traditions and literature. They are not established treatment recommendations.
- traditionally used in aromatherapy for calming and relaxation
- reported to support restful sleep when diffused before bedtime
- used in massage blends for soothing muscle comfort and easing occasional tension
- traditionally associated with settling a fussy mood and promoting a peaceful atmosphere
- used in skincare blends for its gentle, soothing reputation
For aromatherapy and wellness use only — not medical advice. Effect statements are traditional/reported associations, not treatment claims. The Synergy Rating scores blend craft, harmony and safety, not medical efficacy. Read the safety framework.
What we're still learning · 3 data gaps
Good decisions start with knowing what is — and isn't — in the evidence.
- max_dermal_pct 1 is taken from Amphora's published maximum skincare dilution guidance rather than a public primary safety monograph.
- Odor intensity 70 normalizes Quinessence and Amphora's qualitative sweet, fruity, apple-like, comforting aroma language into the archive's 0-100 scale.
- No public UK lot-specific GC-MS or COA was found in this pass, so the constituent percentages remain EMA-backed Roman chamomile values rather than UK-batch analytics.