Name: Camphor Oil
SKU: IAOC-NEO-029
Availability: InStock

Description

DESCRIPTION:

Camphor essential oil offered is extracted from Cinnamomum Camphora (also known as Laurus camphora) of Lauraceae family. Also well known by the name of true camphor, gum camphor, hon-sho and Japanese and Formosa camphor, it finds usage in meeting the treatment needs of nervous depression, inflammation, acne and arthritis.

CONSTITUENTS:

eugenol, Ketones, 1,8-Cineole Phenolic Ethers, Borneol, Terpene Alcohol and Pinene

AROMATIC SUMMARY / NOTE / STRENGTH OF AROMA:

Camphor Essential Oil is a top note with a strong, penetrating, fragrant odor.

BLENDS WITH:

Basil, chamomile, cajuput, lavender & Melissa.

COMMON NAMES:

Karanj Oil, Karanja Seed Oil

USES:

Camphor oil is used in treatment of nervous depression, inflammation, acne, arthritis, muscular aches & pains, rheumatism, sprains, bronchitis, colds, coughs, fever, flu & infectious diseases. As oil is toxic, it can be used in vapor therapy to ease respiratory problems.

Specification	Value
Botonical Name	Cinnamonum Camphora
CAS #	76-22-2
Country of Origin	China
Color & Odor	Colorless to pale yellow liquid with Characteristic camphorous odour
Solubility	Insoluble in water, soluble in alcohol and oils
Specific Gravity	0.8530 - 1.0250 @ 20°C
Optical Rotation	-1.0o to +2.0o
Refractive Index	1.4420 - 1.4520 @ 20°C
Flash Point	>100°C
Major Constituents	1, 8-Cineole 20-40%
Plant Part Used	Wood
Extraction Method	Steam Distillation

Keep the product away from children and animals.
Keep it away from eyes.
During pregnancy, further safety precautions should be taken (especially during the first trimester).
Avoid applying undiluted essential oils to your skin (except where indicated).
Avoid ingesting essential oils.
When sunbathing, avoid applying essential oils to the skin.
While taking homeopathic medications, certain essential oils shouldn't be utilized because they could have the opposite effect.
Essential oils may cause an allergic reaction in certain individuals.
Always consult a professional if you are unsure about the proper usage.