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Code: T1259
INCI: Melaleuca alternifolia
CAS: 68647-73-4
EINECS: 285-377-1
Family: Myrtaceae
Type: pure essential oil (EO)
Chemotype: Terpinen-4-ol (minimum 35%)
Food flavoring: yes (according to EC Regulation 1334/2008)
Extraction method: steam distillation
Purity: 100%
Origin: Australia
Extraction
Tea tree essential oil is obtained by steam distillation of leaves and twigs and appears as a clear, almost colorless liquid with a powerful, fresh, and penetrating spicy, camphoraceous odor.
Property
Tea tree essential oil truly represents a "natural cure-all"; as now widely proven thanks to in-depth scientific research, it possesses the extremely rare characteristic of being simultaneously active against all three strains of infectious organisms: bacteria, fungi, and viruses. Completely non-toxic and non-irritating, it has anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, balsamic, and parasiticide properties. A powerful natural immunostimulant, all these precious virtues can be fully exploited using a diffuser: by diffusing this essence into the air, it can, in fact, cure sinusitis, flu, and colds. Finally, it should not be forgotten that this essential oil is also a supreme remedy in the treatment of acne, skin blemishes, mycosis, warts, and oily skin. It blends well with oakmoss absolute, all spicy oils (particularly clove and nutmeg) as well as the essential oils of: lavender, marjoram, parsley, ravensara, rosemary, clary sage and ylang ylang.
Uses
Tea tree oil is commonly used in the formulation of antifungal medications, disinfectants, mouthwashes, shampoos, toothpastes, deodorants, and spicy colognes. The relevant technical and safety documentation for the product is available upon request.
Botany
Native to Australia (New South Wales), the Tea tree grows near streams and swamps, where it is often the dominant species. Also known as " Melasol, " it is a shrub over five meters tall, with deep roots, linear leaves, and small yellow flowers gathered in clusters. The plant's common name is English and derives from its local use as an herbal infusion (" Tea tree ").