Orris

Orris resinoids are a popular and valuable ingredient in the fragrance industry. This technical guide is aimed at buyers who are interested in purchasing wholesale quantities of Orris resinoids.

Synonyms: Orris butter, Orris root extract, Orris absolute.

Botanical names: Iris germanica, Iris pallida, Iris florentina.

Growing locations: Orris is mainly cultivated in countries such as Italy, France, and Morocco.

Part of the plant used: The roots of the Orris plant are used for the extraction of Orris resinoids.

Chemical composition: The major components of Orris resinoids are irones and methyl ionones. Other important constituents include myristic acid, palmitic acid, and oleic acid.