Sandalwood (Santalum spicatum) is a small tree native to Western Australia, prized for its warm, woody scent with creamy, balsamic undertones. Extracted from the heartwood via steam distillation, its fragrance is slightly more herbaceous than Indian sandalwood (Santalum album).

Growth of Australian sandalwood is managed under strict environmental regulations, with ethical harvesting practices, a fast growth rate and reforestation programs ensuring long-term ecological balance, and making it a more environmentally responsible alternative to endangered Indian sandalwood.