NUTMEG OIL

100% NATURAL PURE

ESSENTIAL OIL

DESCRIPTION:

Botanical Name: Myristica fragrans

Origin: India

Mode of Extraction: Steam Distillation

Main Constituents: Alphapinene, Betapinene, Limonene, Linalool, Sabinene, Terpene-4-ol, terpeneol, Myrticine

Description: Clear Transparent Liquid

Appearance: Colorless to pale yellow transparent liquid

Organoleptic properties: Characteristic spicy and aromatic odor and taste

Refractive index at 20 °C : 1.474-1.488

Specific Gravity at 20 °C : 0.860 - 0.920

Solubility: Insoluble in water; 1 volume soluble in 3 volumes 90% alcohol

Storage: Well closed in air tight containers away from sunlight and heat preferably in amber color glass containers.

Extraction: It is extracted by the process of Steam Distillation.

Chemical Composition: Terpinen-4-ol, Pinene, Sabinene, Cineole, Camphene, Limonene, Myristicin, Alpha Terpenene.

Essential Oil Information: Nutmeg is an evergreen tree that grows up to 20 meters (65 feet) with dense foliage and small dull-yellow flowers. It is a native of the Molucca islands, but is also found in Peneng, Java and Sri Lanka. The fruit resembles a small peach and the oil is obtained from the kernel of the seeds. In modern times it is used in soap, candle making and hair lotions.

Oil Properties: This is a pale yellow clear liquid with sharp, spicy and rather musky aroma.

Blend well with: Black pepper, cypress, geranium, clary sage, rosemary & orange.

Precautions: Should be avoided during pregnancy.

Our Essential/Carrier Oils are 100% natural and pure (undiluted/uncut) therapeutic grade.

APPLICATION:

No fillers, additives, bases or carriers added. These high quality oils are excellent for Aromatherapy, skin and hair care.