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Betel Leaf Oil is a highly aromatic essential oil extracted from the leaves of Piper betle, a tropical vine native to Southeast Asia, including Indonesia. This oil has a distinctive warm, spicy, and slightly peppery aroma, often compared to clove or cinnamon. Traditionally used in Ayurvedic and Indonesian herbal medicine, Betel Leaf Oil is valued for its antiseptic, antimicrobial, and stimulant properties. It is commonly used in oral care, perfumery, and therapeutic applications.

Indonesian Betel Leaf Oil is particularly sought after due to the country's ideal growing conditions, which enhance the oil’s potency and richness.

Specifications:

Botanical Name: Piper betle
Plant Part Used: Leaves
Extraction Method: Steam Distillation
Origin: Indonesia
Appearance: Light yellow to brownish-yellow liquid
Aroma: Warm, spicy, slightly sweet with hints of clove
Solubility: Soluble in alcohols and essential oils, insoluble in water
Specific Gravity: 0.960 - 1.060 @ 25°C
Refractive Index: 1.510 - 1.530 @ 25°C
Flash Point: >70°C

Applications:

1. Aromatherapy & Traditional Medicine: Used for its antibacterial, antifungal, and digestive benefits.
2. Oral Care: Commonly found in mouthwashes and herbal toothpaste.
3. Perfumery & Fragrances: Adds a spicy, exotic note to compositions.
4. Personal Care & Cosmetics: Used in soaps, balms, and skincare for its purifying properties.

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