Industrial packaging of Myrtle essential oils
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Myrtle

Pure and natural essential oil

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A wide range of pure and natural absolute oils and essential oils of guaranteed quality, constantly available for any industrial use.

  • Code: T1239
  • INCI: Myrtus communis
  • CAS: 8008-46-6
  • EINECS: 282-012-8
  • Family: Myrtaceae
  • Type: pure essential oil (EO)
  • Chemotype: α-pinene (about 52%)
  • Food flavoring: yes (according to EC Regulation 1334/2008)
  • Extraction method: steam distillation
  • Purity: 100%
  • Origin: Italy (Sardinia)

Extraction

Extracted by steam distillation of the leaves and twigs, Myrtle essential oil is a dark orange liquid with a fresh, sweet, herbaceous scent with a balsamic, camphorated undertone.

Property

Myrtle leaves and flowers were the main ingredients in the preparation of the so-called "Angel Water", a cosmetic lotion popular in the 16th century.
Mildly sedative, myrtle essential oil has balsamic and antiseptic properties. It is also excellent for counteracting oily skin.
It harmonizes perfectly with the essential oils of bergamot, clove, hyssop, noble laurel, lavender, litsea cubeba, lemon balm, ravensara, rosemary, and ginger.

Uses

Myrtle essential oil is commonly used in the production of colognes and toilet waters. Less frequently, it is used in the food industry in the production of condiments.
The relevant technical and safety documentation for the product is available upon request.

Botany

Also known as "Corsica pepper" or "Mortella", myrtle grows wild throughout the Mediterranean region.
It is a small evergreen shrub native to North Africa with thick, sturdy branches, sharp, bright green leathery leaves, and pinkish-white flowers. Its leaves and flowers are very fragrant.

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