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Identification & Functionality
- Chemical Family
- INCI Name
- Ingredient Origin
- CAS No.
- 84012-24-8
- EC No.
- 281-670-3
- Technologies
- Product Families
Features & Benefits
- Benefit Claims
- Labeling Claims
- Product Details
- A potent and powerful oil, Oregano has been used since ancient times in traditional practice. Oregano Oil is derived from the Origanum vulgare - a hardy, busy perennial herb (part of the mint family) which grows up to 90cm. Origanum vulgare is native to Europe, however it is now commonly cultivated all over the world. Oregano Oil is produced by the steam distillation of the leaves and shoots. It is a clear mobile liquid with a strong herbaceous, sweet, dry, peppery odor.
Applications & Uses
- Markets
- Application Format
- Fragrances & Perfume Applications
- Skin Care Applications
- Treatment Product Applications
- Common Uses
- Oregano oil is used in perfumery for its powerful refreshing note and its spicy-herbaceous effect.
- With its high carvacrol content, it is a good insect repellent.
- Oregano oil is utilized for its antifungal, antibacterial and antiviral properties which fight bacterial and fungal growths.
- Its soothing and anti-inflammatory properties make it a great addition to skin creams for ailments such as eczema and dermatitis.
- Must be diluted well if using in diffusers or inhalers due to its high phenol content.
- Great in natural cleaning products due to its powerful cleansing and purifying properties.
- It is very popular as a fragrance in men’s products.
- When diffused the oil is helpful with respiratory ailments.
- It has antibacterial and antimicrobial actions due to the components carvacrol and thymol.
- With its warming and soothing properties, it is useful in muscle products and treatments for rheumatism.
- Caution
- It is recommended to do a skin patch test to check for a possible allergic reaction, before using certain oils in large quantities on the skin.
Properties
- Physical Form
- Odor
- Characteristic, Spicy
- Appearance
- Yellowish red dark brown
- Specifications
- Note
- The specifications and chemical composition of oregano oil can vary according to variety, climate and environment.
- General Chemical Composition
- Main Chemical Components: Carvacrol, thymol, para-cymene, γ-terpinene
- The main component is Carvacrol – typically about 71%.
- The oil contains compounds called phenols, terpenes and terpenoids, which have powerful antioxidant properties and are responsible for its fragrance.
- Carvacrol is a natural inhibitor of bacterial growth.
| Value | Units | Test Method / Conditions | |
| Specific Gravity (at 20°C) | 0.930 - 0.960 | — | — |
| Refractive Index (at 20 ̊C) | 1.500 - 1.510 | — | — |
| Flash Point | 63 | °C | — |
Regulatory & Compliance
- Certifications & Compliance
- Animal Testing Statement
- We confirm that we do not nor have ever tested our products or their individual ingredients/raw materials on animals. Our company is against animal testing. We will never knowingly purchase from any supplier who participates in animal testing. We are committed to cruelty free products and do not use or sell products that have been tested on animals.
- BSE and TSE Statement
- Essential oils are obtained by extraction from plants, trees or fruit. These processes do not use any sources that are derived from animals. Essential oils are free from BSE (Bovine Spongiform Encephalopathy) and TSE (Transmissible Spongiform Encephalopathy).
- Sewer Sludge Statement
- This product has not been produced with the use of sewage sludge.
- Non Irradiation Statement
- We can confirm that this product is not treated by irradiation or ETO. Consumer safety and customer satisfaction are our primary concerns.
- Non GMO Statement
- Our products are produced using traditional methods. No genetically modified organisms (GMO’s) or transgenic breeding methods are used in their production.
- Prop 65 Statement
- This product is devoid of the materials in California Safe Program Proposition 65
- Naturally Occurring Statement
- We take pride in providing our customers with safe, reliable, high quality products. We are pleased to declare that our products are Naturally Occurring Substances. All of our oils are derived from natural products and produced using traditional methods and are not produced synthetically.
- Nagoya Statement
- This product is sourced from a country with complies with the Nagoya protocol and is not endangered according to the Access/Benefit Sharing (Biodiversity) regulation.
- CMR Substances Statement
- Our products do not contain any substances classified as carcinogenic, mutagenic or reprotoxic (CMR) of categories 1A, 1B or 2 under Regulation (EC) No. 1272/2008
- Responsible Sourcing Statement
- This product is produced under safe conditions in compliance with social and environmental rules by authorized suppliers using voluntary labor.
- Nano Technology Statement
- This product has been manufactured without use of any kind of Nanotechnology and does not contain ingredients resulting therefrom.
- Non Nanoparticle Statement
- Carrier and Seed oils are naturally occurring products and obtained by extraction from plants, trees, seeds or fruits. All of our products are unadulterated, pure and free from nanoparticles unless otherwise stated.
- Phthalates Statement
- Carrier and Seed oils are naturally occurring products and obtained by extraction from plants, trees, seeds or fruits. All of our products are unadulterated, pure and free from phthalates unless otherwise stated.
- PEG Free Statement
- Our products are Polyethylene Glycol (PEG) free. All of our oils are derived from natural products and produced using traditional methods and are not produced synthetically. COMPANY REGULATORY STATEMENTS airtight container. Shelf Life: Under optimal storage conditions, in original unopened packaging, minimum five years.
Storage & Handling
- Storage Condition
- Keep in a cool area away from heat and light in a suitable airtight container.
- Storage Condition
- Keep in a cool area away from heat and light in a suitable airtight container.