
This alba michelia flower essential oil is of Chinese origin and produced by steam distillation of the highly fragrant blossoms. It is of thin viscosity, sunset yellow in colour and the major chemical constituents are geraniol, citral, limonene, beta-pinene and methyl eugenol.
Michelia alba oil is a kind of spice from essential oil, with typical Linalool note, combining white orchid note.
It is mainly used in the mix of daily fragrances, such as floral perfume, cosmetics and soap fragrances.
Since this oil containing small amount of Indole, its color may change to scarlet if exposed in air for long.
white orchid flavor of an essential oil spice, can be used for the deployment of a variety of cosmetic, spices industry is an important raw material.
Cautions:Dilute before use; for external use only. May cause skin irritation in some individuals; a skin test is recommended prior to use. Contact with eyes should be avoided
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ppearance |
Clean Liquid Light Yellow to Light Brown |
Part Used |
Flowers |
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Scent |
Characteristic Odor |
Grade |
Cosmetic Grade |
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Relative Density |
0.870~0.9200 |
Refraction |
1.4600~1.500 |
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Optical Rotation |
20°C |
Acid Value |
≤7.0 |
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Ester Value |
≥20.0 |
Alcohol content(Linalool)% |
≥50.0 |