DESCRIPTION:
Clove Essential Oil is derived from the tree Syzgium aromaticum plant. It is a slender evergreen that grows up to 12 meters in height. At the start of the rainy season, long buds appear which are distilled to extract the oil. Clove oil is considered as an excellent respiratory and cardiovascular aid.
CONSTITUENTS:
Volatile oil, gallotannic acid, eugenin, gum, resin,
BLENDS WITH:
Basil, Cinnamon, Citronella, Grapefruit, Lavender, Lemon, Orange, Peppermint, Rosemary, and Rose.
COMMON NAMES:
Clove
USES:
Clove Essential Oil is enriched with antimicrobial & antifungal properties and is an effective agent for minor pains and aches (particular dental pain), and is helpful when battling flu and colds. After dilution, it can be used for treating skin problems like acne, warts, scars etc.
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Botonical Name |
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Syzgium aromaticum |
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CAS # |
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8000-34-8 |
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Country of Origin |
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Indonesia |
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Color & Odor |
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Pale yellow to yellow clear liquid.with Characteristic clove odor. |
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Solubility |
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Soluble in alcohol and oils. Insoluble in water. |
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Specific Gravity |
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1.030 – 1.063 @ 20°C |
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Optical Rotation |
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-2.0 – 0.0 @ 20°C |
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Refractive Index |
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1.528 – 1.537 @ 20°C |
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Flash Point |
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> 100 °C |
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Medicinal Uses |
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For mouth sores or painful teeth |
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Extraction Method |
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Steam distillation of the flower buds. |