Essential oil of rockrose labdanum (Cistus ladanifer L.)

This document specifies certain characteristics of the essential oil of rockrose labdanum (Cistus ladanifer L.), with a view to facilitating the assessment of its quality.

Huile essentielle de ciste labdanifère (Cistus ladanifer L.)

Le présent document spécifie certaines caractéristiques de l'huile essentielle de ciste labdanifère (Cistus ladanifer L.), destinées à faciliter l'appréciation de sa qualité.

General Information

Status
Published
Publication Date
12-May-2026
Technical Committee
ISO/TC 54 - Essential oils
Drafting Committee
ISO/TC 54 - Essential oils
Current Stage
6060 - International Standard published
Start Date
13-May-2026
Due Date
22-Jan-2027
Completion Date
13-May-2026

Overview

ISO 21099:2026 specifies the quality characteristics for the essential oil of rockrose labdanum (Cistus ladanifer L.). Developed by ISO Technical Committee 54 on Essential Oils, this international standard aims to support the global essential oils industry by establishing a clear, consistent basis for the assessment of rockrose labdanum oil quality. By referencing defined test methods and chromatographic profiles, ISO 21099:2026 enhances product consistency, safety, and traceability for manufacturers, suppliers, and end-users.

Key Topics

  • Quality Criteria: ISO 21099:2026 defines specific physical and chemical properties of essential oil of rockrose labdanum, including:

    • Appearance: Clear mobile liquid
    • Colour: Ranging from pale yellow to intense yellow, even orange
    • Odour: Woody, amber-like, balsamic, spicy
    • Relative density at 20°C
    • Refractive index at 20°C
    • Optical rotation at 20°C
  • Chromatographic Profile: The standard establishes a normative gas chromatographic fingerprint-detailing the minimum and maximum percentage of key components (such as α-pinene, camphene, p-cymene, borneol, and viridiflorol)-to facilitate quality verification.

  • Sampling Requirements: Guidance is provided for the correct collection of representative samples, ensuring reliability and repeatability in tests.

  • Packaging, Labelling, and Storage: ISO 21099:2026 references general ISO standards for proper packaging, marking, labelling, and storage conditions, ensuring preserved quality during handling and shipment.

  • Test Methods: The document refers to ISO methods for determination of key physical properties and chromatographic analysis, ensuring consistency and comparability of results across different laboratories.

Applications

ISO 21099:2026 serves multiple sectors within the essential oils industry and is relevant to:

  • Producers and Processors: Assisting in quality management and production control by providing explicit oil specifications and test methods.
  • Suppliers and Exporters: Documenting compliance with internationally recognized standards, facilitating market access and regulatory approvals.
  • Cosmetic, Fragrance, and Aromatherapy Industries: Supporting product formulation, purchasing decisions, and regulatory adherence with standardized ingredient specifications.
  • Quality Control Laboratories: Offering reference methods for routine analysis and verification of essential oil purity and authenticity.
  • Regulatory Authorities: Aiding the enforcement of safety and labelling requirements for essential oils marketed globally.

By standardizing the assessment of rockrose labdanum essential oil, ISO 21099:2026 enhances product transparency, supports international trade, and helps end-users verify product quality with confidence.

Related Standards

ISO 21099:2026 draws upon and complements a number of other key ISO standards in the essential oils sector, including:

  • ISO 210 - Essential oils: General requirements and guidelines for packaging, conditioning, and storage
  • ISO 211 - Essential oils: General requirements for labelling and marking of containers
  • ISO 212 - Essential oils: Guidelines for sampling
  • ISO 279 - Essential oils: Determination of relative density at 20°C
  • ISO 280 - Essential oils: Determination of refractive index
  • ISO 592 - Essential oils: Determination of optical rotation
  • ISO 11024 (all parts) - Essential oils: General guidance on chromatographic profiles
  • ISO/TS 24106 - Essential oils: Name harmonization of components

Aligning with these internationally recognized standards, ISO 21099:2026 supports comprehensive quality control and seamless integration within existing quality management systems. For essential oil professionals focused on product integrity and market conformity, adherence to ISO 21099:2026 is a vital step in ensuring the trusted reputation and sustainable growth of the essential oils sector.

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Frequently Asked Questions

ISO 21099:2026 is a standard published by the International Organization for Standardization (ISO). Its full title is "Essential oil of rockrose labdanum (Cistus ladanifer L.)". This standard covers: This document specifies certain characteristics of the essential oil of rockrose labdanum (Cistus ladanifer L.), with a view to facilitating the assessment of its quality.

This document specifies certain characteristics of the essential oil of rockrose labdanum (Cistus ladanifer L.), with a view to facilitating the assessment of its quality.

ISO 21099:2026 is classified under the following ICS (International Classification for Standards) categories: 71.100.60 - Essential oils. The ICS classification helps identify the subject area and facilitates finding related standards.

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International
Standard
ISO 21099
First edition
Essential oil of rockrose labdanum
2026-05
(Cistus ladanifer L.)
Huile essentielle de ciste labdanifère (Cistus Ladanifer L.)
Reference number
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Contents Page
Foreword .iv
1 Scope . 1
2 Normative references . 1
3 Terms and definitions . 1
4 Requirements . 1
4.1 General requirements .1
4.2 Chromatographic profile .2
5 Sampling . 2
6 Packaging, labelling, marking and storage . 2
Annex A (informative) Typical chromatograms of the analysis by gas chromatography of the
essential oil of rockrose labdanum (Cistus ladanifer L.) . 3
Bibliography . 5

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International Standard ISO 21099:2026(en)
Essential oil of rockrose labdanum (Cistus ladanifer L.)
1 Scope
This document specifies certain
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Norme
internationale
ISO 21099
Première édition
Huile essentielle de ciste
2026-05
labdanifère (Cistus ladanifer L.)
Essential oil of rockrose labdanum (Cistus ladanifer L.)
Numéro de référence
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Sommaire Page
Avant-propos .iv
1 Domaine d’application . 1
2 Références normatives . 1
3 Termes et définitions . 1
4 Exigences . 1
4.1 Exigences générales .1
4.2 Profil chromatographique .2
5 Échantillonnage . 2
6 Emballage, étiquetage, marquage et stockage . 3
Annexe A (informative) Chromatogrammes types de l'analyse par chromatographie en phase
gazeuse de l'huile essentielle de ciste labdanifère (Cistus ladanifer L.) . 4
Bibliographie . 6

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Norme internationale ISO 21099:2026(fr)
Huile essentielle de ciste labdanifère (Cistus ladanifer L.)
1 Domaine d’application
Le présent document spécifie certaines caractéristiques de l'huile essentielle de ciste labdanifère (Cistus
ladanifer L.), destinées à faciliter l'appréciation
...