Material Detail

Sweet Basil Oil - Estragole Type is a premium essential oil distilled from the aromatic leaves and flowering tops of Ocimum basilicum, cultivated in Indonesia. This variety is characterized by its high estragole (methyl chavicol) content, giving it a sweet, spicy, and slightly anise-like aroma. It is widely used in perfumery, aromatherapy, and flavoring applications due to its warm, uplifting fragrance and therapeutic properties.

Specifications

Botanical Name: Ocimum basilicum
Origin: Indonesia
Extraction Method: Steam Distilled
Plant Part: Leaves & Flowering Tops
Appearance: Pale yellow to light brown liquid
Odor: Sweet, spicy, anise-like, with herbal and balsamic nuances
Specific Gravity (20°C): 0.960 – 0.980
Refractive Index (20°C): 1.510 – 1.530
Optical Rotation: -5° to +5°

Applications

1. Aromatherapy: Used for its refreshing, clarifying, and uplifting effects
2. Perfumery: Adds a spicy-sweet top note to fragrances
3. Flavoring: Commonly used in food, beverages, and herbal liqueurs
4. Personal Care: Found in skincare, haircare, and oral hygiene products
5. Traditional Uses: Used in herbal medicine for digestive and respiratory support

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