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CAS #: 8015-73-4
FEMA: 2119
EINECS: N/A
Part used: Leaves and flowers
Extraction Type: Steam distilled
Packing: 180 kg drum
Basil Essential Oil (Ocimum gratissimum)
Technical Data Sheet
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Commodity: |
Basil Essential Oil |
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Other Names: |
N/A | |
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Type: |
Essential Oil | |
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Botanical Name: |
Ocimum gratissimum | |
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CAS #: |
8015-73-4 | |
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FEMA: |
2119 | |
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EINECS: |
N/A | |
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Part used: |
Leaves and flowers | |
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Extraction Type: |
Steam distilled | |
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Packing: |
180 kg drum | |
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SPEFICIACTION |
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INDEX |
REQUIRMENTS | |
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Colour and Appearance |
Pale yellow clear liquid | |
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Odour |
Sweet and fresh, slightly spicy, with an undertone that is lightly balsamic | |
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Refractive Index @20℃ |
1.530 ~ 1.5400 | |
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Specific Gravity @20/20℃ |
1.030 ~ 1.050 | |
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Eugenol (C10H12O2) |
65% min | |
Therapeutical uses: Basil essential oil has long been in use since ancient times to strengthen the heart and mind and increase resistance against diseases. Basil has also been used in China for its medicinal properties since many centuries, particularly as a remedy against epilepsy. Dioscorides, the Greek physician, used to prescribe it for headache.
Cautions: Pregnant women are advised not to use basil oil. Do consult a professional in aromatherapy before using this oil. Use in moderation, as it can be a narcotic, Do not use if pregnant. Possible skin irritant. Avoid during pregnancy or breastfeeding.