German Chamomile (Blue) (Matricaria recutita) is a floral essential oil with a herbal, warm aroma and a heart note. Steam distillation from flowering tops, it is a versatile blending oil that pairs well with Lavender, German Chamomile (Blue), Frankincense (Carterii). For topical use, keep dilution at or below 4%.
German Chamomile (Blue) (Matricaria recutita) is a floral essential oil, steam-distilled from the flowering tops, produced in Egypt and Hungary. Its aroma is herbal, warm, sitting as a heart note in a blend. It's commonly paired with Lavender, Roman Chamomile, Frankincense (Carterii), Geranium. Keep topical use at or below 4%. It is noted for chamazulene. Always patch-test first.
Aroma & character
Aroma
Traditional aromatherapy associations
Traditional associations only — not medical claims or evidence of efficacy.
Properties
| Perfumery note | Heart |
| Aroma family | Floral |
| Chemical family | Sesquiterpene |
| Material type | Essential oil |
| Extraction | Steam distillation |
| Plant part | flowering tops |
| Origin | Egypt, Hungary, Argentina |
| Blending factor | 2 |
| Volatility index | 3 |
| Tenacity (hours) | 6.0 |
| CAS number | 8002-66-2 |
Safety & dilution
| Max topical dilution | 4% |
| Max facial dilution | 2% |
| Pregnancy | No specific caution recorded |
| Nursing | Generally suitable when properly diluted |
| Children | Generally suitable, well diluted (from ~2 years) |
| Cats | Generally suitable when properly diluted |
| Dogs | Generally suitable when properly diluted |
Safety flags
For education only — not medical or veterinary advice. Essential oils are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any condition. Always patch-test and consult a qualified professional before use during pregnancy, on children, with pets, or with a health condition.
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Frequently asked questions
What does German Chamomile (Blue) smell like?
German Chamomile (Blue) has a herbal, warm aroma, classed as a floral oil with a heart note.
What is the safe dilution for German Chamomile (Blue)?
For topical use, keep German Chamomile (Blue) at or below 4%, and 2% on facial skin. Always patch-test before wider use.
Is German Chamomile (Blue) safe to use during pregnancy?
Our dataset records no specific pregnancy caution for German Chamomile (Blue). That is not the same as it being established as safe — always consult a qualified healthcare provider before using any essential oil during pregnancy.
Is German Chamomile (Blue) safe to use around children?
German Chamomile (Blue) is generally considered suitable for children when well diluted (from around 2 years old). Consult a professional for young children.
Is German Chamomile (Blue) safe around pets?
For cats — generally lower-risk when well diluted and diffused sparingly; dogs — generally lower-risk when well diluted. Diffuse only in ventilated spaces and consult a veterinarian.
What does German Chamomile (Blue) blend well with?
German Chamomile (Blue) pairs well with Lavender, German Chamomile (Blue), Frankincense (Carterii), Geranium, Bergamot (FCF).