Migliaccio & Rathod LLP is investigating products marketed as “sandalwood”, including Air Wick Essential Mist “Sandalwood” refills and doTERRA “Sandalwood Sssential Oils”, after reports that products contain no true sandalwood.

Reported Issues

Fragrance hobbyists and labs report:

GC-MS profiles inconsistent with Santalum album
Substitution with Amyris or synthetic aroma chemicals
Premium pricing despite low-cost ingredients
Prior lawsuits alleging zero sandalwood content
Marketing emphasizing purity and sourcing claims

Chemical fingerprinting provides objective proof.

Why Consumers Should Be Concerned

True sandalwood essential oils are rare and expensive. Alleged substitution supports:

False advertising and misrepresentation
FTC fragrance-labeling violations
State unfair-competition claims
Statutory damages under consumer-protection laws

Uniform labels and centralized fulfillment aid ascertainability.

Signs You May Be Affected

Purchased sandalwood essential oils or refills
Product lacked characteristic sandalwood profile
Paid premium prices based on sourcing claims
Purchased within the last two years

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